Lent is 40 days when Christians observe the sacrifices of Jesus Christ. If you need ideas on what to give up for Lent, try caffeine, unhealthy habits, and more.

Different churches have found various ways of calculating the traditional 40 days of Lent, but the number itself is important. It connects to the biblical symbolism of the number

Here's everything you need to know about the start of both Ash Wednesday and Lent, and more on how these traditions came to be.

Ash Wednesday marks the commencement of Lent - a 40 day period (plus Sundays) traditionally characterised by praying, fasting and the practice of almsgiving, where donations are made to those in poverty.

Ash Wednesday marks the start of Lent, a 40-day period of reflection for Christians. Learn about its meaning, traditions, and the dates for Mardi Gras, Easter and Holy Week in 2026.

Ash Wednesday is the first day of the season of Lent that leads up to Good Friday and Easter. What to know about the day.

The religious period marks a time of reflection for many faithful Christians across the US.

Find out more about this annual day of celebration that precedes Lent, along with important dates to note on your calendar.

Iraq prepares for a rare overlap between Christian Lent and Ramadan in 2026, reflecting religious coexistence and shared spiritual observance.

One food is always accepted and enjoyed during Lent: the pretzel. It has a deeply spiritual significance for Lent. Because of its limited ingredients and its shape, it signifies Lent’s call for restraint and reflection on God.