All about lent | All about Jesus |
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When does lent start?
Ash Wensday
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Why did Jesus die?
Jesus died so that humans could have their sins forgiven and receive endless life. Jesus’ death also proved that a human can remain loyal to God even when faced with the severest of tests.
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Why do we give something up
Lent covers the 40 day period before Easter every year; the 40 days reflect the time that Jesus was said to have fasted for “forty days and forty nights” in the wilderness.
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What did Jesus do for us
Jesus died so that humans could have their sins forgiven and receive endless life.
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Why do we celebrate Lent?
Christians replicate Jesus Christ's sacrifice and withdrawal into the desert for 40 days.
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What day did Jesus die
Wednesday
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How many days in lent?
46 days
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