Ash Wednesday falls 46 days before. Fasting on Ash Wednesday is obligatory, and the faithful must maintain a strict regime regarding the food they eat and go to mass in church. We check what the ashes are made of on Ash Wednesday and what other rules apply to Catholics.
What are the ashes made of on Ash Wednesday? Its meaning is very important
This rite was introduced in 1091 by Pope Urban II. Sprinkling ashes on the head is a sign of penance and conversion, as well as purification and resurrection. On Ash Wednesday, the faithful stand before the priest who sprinkles water on their heads. This tradition is an indication and reminder that earthly life will come to an end, but humans can achieve eternal life. However, many people wonder what the ashes on Ash Wednesday are made of? Well it comes from burnt palm trees from the previous year.
Ash Wednesday. Do you have to go to church?
Today, February 14, is Ash Wednesday. Is it mandatory? On this day, masses and services related to Ash Wednesday are held in churches throughout Poland, but not everyone knows that it is not a holiday of obligation and, therefore, attendance in church is not obligatory. However, clergy encourage you to take part in the service. Is there a strict fast on Ash Wednesday? In this case, church law is more restrictive. The faithful between 18 and 60 years of age are obliged to abstain from meat and limit their eating.. As we read on the website, strict fasting allows for one full meal and two more modest ones.
Source: Gazeta
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