Lent is the Christian season of preparation before Easter. In Western Christianity, Ash Wednesday marks the first day, or the start of the season of Lent, which begins 40 days prior to Easter (Sundays are not included in the count).
Lent is a time when many Christians prepare for Easter by observing a period of fasting, repentance, moderation and spiritual discipline. The purpose is to set aside time for reflection on Jesus Christ - his suffering and his sacrifice, his life, death, burial and resurrection.
Not all Christian churches observe Lent. Lent is mostly observed by the Lutheran, Methodist, Presbyterian and Anglican denominations, and also by Roman Catholics. Eastern Orthodox churches observe Lent or Great Lent, during the 6 weeks or 40 days preceding Palm Sunday with fasting continuing during the Holy Week of Easter. Lent for Eastern Orthodox churches begins on Monday and Ash Wednesday is not observed.
The Bible does not mention the custom of Lent, however, the practice of repentance and mourning in ashes is found in 2 Samuel 13:19; Esther 4:1; Job 2:8; Daniel 9:3; and Matthew 11:21.
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
AR Rahman creates history with 2 Oscars.
Washington, Feb 23: Composer AR Rahman has created history by scooping two Oscar awards for Best Original score and Best Original song for Slumdog Millionaire.
The award for Best Song 'Jai Ho' was shared by Rahman and renowned lyricist Gulzar. Ressul Pookutty also walked away with the golden trophy for Best Sound Mixing.
The critically acclaimed film has also won an award for the Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Cinematography and Best Film editing each.
Danny Boyle has been honoured with the Best Director award for Slumdog Millionaire.
Actor Health Ledger was honoured with the posthumous Oscar in the Supporting Actor for his role as The Joker in The Dark Knight.
Penelope Cruz won the Best Supporting actor gong for Woody Allen's Vicky Cristina Barcelona.
The award for Best Song 'Jai Ho' was shared by Rahman and renowned lyricist Gulzar. Ressul Pookutty also walked away with the golden trophy for Best Sound Mixing.
The critically acclaimed film has also won an award for the Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Cinematography and Best Film editing each.
Danny Boyle has been honoured with the Best Director award for Slumdog Millionaire.
Actor Health Ledger was honoured with the posthumous Oscar in the Supporting Actor for his role as The Joker in The Dark Knight.
Penelope Cruz won the Best Supporting actor gong for Woody Allen's Vicky Cristina Barcelona.
A.R.Rahman Wins Two Oscars !!
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