Why Ashes on "Ash Wednesday"?
- Author
- Life This Side of Heaven
- Published
- Wed 26 Feb 2020
- Episode Link
- https://life-this-side-of-heaven.pinecast.co/episode/4abf5f3c4f614f01/why-ashes-on-ash-wednesday-
Ash Wednesday is a day when you may see folks with what looks like dirt smudged onto their forehead in the shape of a cross. It marks the beginning of the 40-day penitential Season of Lent, a season of preparation that leads up to the celebration of Easter. But, why begin with ashes?
