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Is Lent Really 40 Days? The Answer, According to Biblical & Liturgical Tradition

The word «Lent» comes from the Latin Quadragesima/Quadragesimae, which means fortieth, that is, «the fortieth member of a

Analysis: Milei, Pope Francis embody contrasting economic viewpoints

Pope Francis meets with Argentina President Javier Milei in a private audience on Feb. 12, 2024, at the

Pope Francis on Ash Wednesday: ‘Let us return to God with all our heart’

Pope Francis presides over Ash Wednesday Mass at the Basilica of Santa Sabina in Rome on Feb. 14,

Ancient 40-hour ‘Quarantore’ devotion continues to bless Rome

The celebration of the quarantore at Santissima Trinità dei Pellegrini. / Jacob Stein Rome Newsroom, Feb 14, 2024

Pope Francis: Sloth is a ‘very dangerous temptation’ akin to apathy

Pope Francis delivers an address during his Wednesday general audience on Feb. 14, 2024, in the Paul VI

Pope Francis to visit prestigious Venice Biennale art exhibition

The facade of St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice, Italy. / Credit: Marco Rubino/Shutterstock Rome Newsroom, Feb 14, 2024

Berninis baldakin i Peterskirken får sårt tiltrengt restaurering

Berninis baldakin i Peterskirken får sårt tiltrengt restaurering Av Elizabeth Alva I nesten 400 år har pilegrimer i

Your Comprehensive Guide to Ash Wednesday Ashes

Are you ready for Lent? Every year, Catholics across the world begin the 40 days of Lent with

Ashes Explained: Facts About Ash Wednesday Every Catholic Should Know

Ash Wednesday marks the first day of the Lenten season! Below you will find some helpful infographics explaining