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Pope receives ashes in the hospital as Christians around the world enter season of Lent
Pope's Ash Wednesday absence looms large as Lent begins at the Vatican
Pope Francis remains hospitalized on Ash Wednesday as Vatican begins Lent without him
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History & Significance Of Lent, 40 Days Of Fasting Or Abstinence Christians Observe Before EasterChristians across the world observe a 40-day period called Lent. It represents the 40 days in the Bible that Jesus had spent fasting and praying in the desert. Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, and this year,
Made of ashes and earth, we experience fragility through illness, poverty, and the hardships that can suddenly befall us and our families,” the pope said.
Lent is a 40-day season of prayer, fasting and giving, held in preparation for the celebration of the resurrection of Jesus. This year, Lent begins on March 5 and ends on April 17. Lent is 40 days ...
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