Christians mark Ash Wednesday, beginning the Lenten Season in photos

The Thu, February 19, 2026 at 12:54 AM UTC

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1 / 0Mexico Ash WednesdayA parishioner receives ashes on Ash Wednesday in Mexico City, Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026. (AP Photo/Marco Ugarte) ()

Christians around the world mark Ash Wednesday as the solemn beginning of Lent, a 40-day season of prayer, fasting and reflection leading to Good Friday and Easter.

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