The day that begins the Lenten season is called Ash Wednesday. Here's why it holds deep religious significance for Christians. AshWednesday
at the beginning of his public ministry, that is, when he began teaching and healing among the people.
Each phrase in its own way serves the purpose of calling the faithful to live their Christian lives more deeply. The words from Genesis remind Christians that life is short and death imminent, urging focus on what is essential. The words of Jesus are a direct call to follow him by turning away from sin and doing what he says.Two quite different traditions developed for the day leading up to Ash Wednesday.
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