Lent's 40 days represents the 40 days that Jesus spent fasting and praying in the desert before starting his public ministry. Fasting during Lent represents the fasting Jesus did while in the desert.

The 40-day season of prayer comes to an end this week ... Fasting during Lent represents the fasting Jesus did while in the desert. "Abstinence is a form of penance. Penance expresses sorrow ...

Easter 2025 is this Sunday, April 20, 2025. Lent, the 40-day period of prayer and fasting before Easter, ends this Thursday, April 17, 2025. Holy Week, the most important week in Catholicism ...

This represents the 40 days that Jesus spent fasting and praying in the desert before starting his public ministry. During Lent, many believers give up certain luxuries — such as sweets ...