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What are you supposed to do on lent? I have start late.What are diet rules and spiritual ones?
Lent is a time of preparation for the Easter celebration of the resurrection of Jesus from the dead.
Generally speaking, Lent is a time for self-denial, prayer, and helping others.
Self-denial includes fasting and abstinence. The rules for the exact days and ways of fasting and abstinence depend upon the local rules promulgated by the local Catholic bishop. Please contact Catholic parish where you live for the rules that apply to you.
Best wishes, Amilkar, for a holy Lent and a joyous Easter.
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Answers by Expert:
Edward Bode
Expertise
Catholic dogma, especially as related to Scripture. I have a doctorate in biblical theology [University of St. Thomas, Rome]. I do not answer questions concerning personal moral situations -- ones dealing with right and wrong [sin].
Experience
I have taught Catholic thought in grade and high schools, and in college and universities.
Organizations
Catholic Biblical Association
Publications
Catholic Biblical Quarterly, The Bible Today.
Education/Credentials
Graduate degrees in theology from the Pontifical Gregorian University, in scripture from the Pontifical Biblical Institute, and a doctorate in theology from the Pontifical University of St. Thomas; all in Rome
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