For many Christians around the world, Ash Wednesday marks the start of the Lenten season, a time of reflection, repentance, and spiritual renewal. The lent season will begin on 18 February 2026 this year. What does Ash Wednesday Mean? It is a time to reflect on our lives and seek to deepen our relationship with God as we remember our mortality and the need for humility. One of the most distinctive aspects of Ash Wednesday is the imposition of ashes on the forehead in the shape of a cross. This act symbolizes our recognition of our sinfulness and our desire to turn away from our wrongdoing and turn toward God.…