India, March 3 -- Lent holds immense religious significance in Christianity. It refers to the 40-day period of prayers, service, fasting and abstinence from all vices and pleasures. Every year, Lent is observed with immense dedication and devotion by Christians all over the world. Lent starts will Ash Wednesday and ends with Holy Thursday. Also read | Lent 2025: When will it be observed? Know all about the 40-day period of observance

The 40-day period of observance through prayers, service, fasting and abstinence is a way of renewing one's commitment to the faith and the church. Christians observe Lent every year while preparing for Easter Sunday. The 40-day timeline holds immense importance for Christians, and is believed to be dated ba...