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Ash Wednesday Explained in Simple English

February 21, 2023February 21, 2023 oretha

Ash Wednesday takes place 46 days before Easter Sunday, and is chiefly observed by Catholics, although many other Christians observe it too. Continue reading Ash Wednesday Explained in Simple English

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Ash Wednesday’s Meaning and What To Do Explained In Plain English

February 26, 2017February 25, 2017 oretha

Ash Wednesday is one of the most popular and important holy days in the liturgical calendar. Ash Wednesday opens Lent, a season of fasting and prayer. Ash Wednesday takes place 46 days before Easter Sunday, and is chiefly observed by … Continue reading Ash Wednesday’s Meaning and What To Do Explained In Plain English

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Culture Byte: What Does Ashes On The Head Mean

February 10, 2016February 10, 2016 oretha

Ashes symbolize the life cycle, grief, and penitence. The ashes used to mark a cross on a person’s forehead symbolizes the belief that God created man from ashes and that man returns to ashes after death. The ritual is usually … Continue reading Culture Byte: What Does Ashes On The Head Mean

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