The tradition dates as far back as 601 AD, when 64th leader of the Catholic Church, Pope Gregory cemented the Lent as ...

As Lent wraps up, Holy Week continues through Easter Sunday. See the meaning of Good Friday and why people fast after Maundy Thursday.

Additionally, a sixth prayer, optional, called the Tarawih prayer ... enjoying one another’s company and eating delicious foods together before the next day’s fast, beginning at sunrise.

Additionally, a sixth prayer, optional, called the Tarawih prayer ... enjoying one another’s company and eating delicious foods together before the next day’s fast, beginning at sunrise.