Lent begins on Ash Wednesday and lasts for 40 days ending on Easter Sunday. Sundays are not counted in the 40 days as they are always a day of celebration in the Christian Church.
The 40 days mark the 40 days of Jesus fasting in the desert.
During Lent Christians used to fast (give up food) but now people try to give up something like chocolate.
In 2008, Lent starts on 6th February. Do you normally give something up for Lent and what will you be giving up in 2008? Email me and tell me about what you do for Lent.
