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What century does the practice of Ash Wednesday date back to?
What century does the practice of Ash Wednesday date back to?
What is the dominant theme of Lent?
What is the dominant theme of Lent?
When did the tradition of wearing ash crosses on the forehead become widespread in the United States?
When did the tradition of wearing ash crosses on the forehead become widespread in the United States?
What prompted many American Christians in the 1970s to start wearing ash crosses on Ash Wednesday?
What prompted many American Christians in the 1970s to start wearing ash crosses on Ash Wednesday?
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Why does Lauren Winner believe the popularity of Ash Wednesday has endured?
Why does Lauren Winner believe the popularity of Ash Wednesday has endured?
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What is the significance of using palm branches to make the ashes for Ash Wednesday?
What is the significance of using palm branches to make the ashes for Ash Wednesday?
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How do some congregants enhance the longevity of the ashes on their foreheads?
How do some congregants enhance the longevity of the ashes on their foreheads?
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What does the author suggest is a unique aspect of Ash Wednesday observances compared to other traditions?
What does the author suggest is a unique aspect of Ash Wednesday observances compared to other traditions?
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Why have ashes taken on a heightened significance in modern times, according to Winner?
Why have ashes taken on a heightened significance in modern times, according to Winner?
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What element contributes to the enduring power of the words 'you are dust and to dust you shall return' recited on Ash Wednesday?
What element contributes to the enduring power of the words 'you are dust and to dust you shall return' recited on Ash Wednesday?
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