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Millions of Christians around the world are recognizing Ash Wednesday this week, marking the beginning of Lent.

This period begins Christianity’s holiest season and starts the countdown toward its holiest day: Easter. Many Utahns — like these at the majestic Catholic Cathedral of the Madeleine in downtown Salt ...

Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent and its observance lasts for 40 days. Here's what to know about the Christian tradition.