Lenten season is a time for reflection, repentance and renewal, it begins on Ash Wednesday, stretches through 40 days of fasting and ends on Maundy Thursday. Lententide is another term used to describe this period of religious significance. This period is also known as Lenten, Lent or the Spring Fast. Beyond these names, other synonyms include the Great Fast, Quadragesima, and the Holy Fast. In different cultures, the Lenten season is also referred to as the Great Lent, the Great Season or the Christian Passover. Regardless of what it is called, Lententide is a time for Christians to deepen their spirituality, reflect on their faith, and renew their commitment to God.