![]() ![]() The ashes are not a sacramental sign, but are nevertheless linked to prayer and the sanctification of the Christian people. The most important signs are those of the Sacraments: water, oil, bread and wine, which become true sacramental elements through which we receive the grace of Christ which comes among us. Instead, for us Christians this is a special moment which has considerable ritual and spiritual importance.įirstly, ashes are one of the material signs that bring the cosmos into the Liturgy. In ancient times, in the Jewish culture, it was common practice to sprinkle ashes on one’s head as a sign of penance, and often also to dress in sack-cloth or rags. I would like to reflect briefly on the liturgical symbol of Ashes, a material sign, a natural element, which in the liturgy becomes a sacred symbol, very important on this day which marks the beginning of the Lenten journey. With this day of penance and fasting - Ash Wednesday - we are beginning a new journey to the Resurrection at Easter: the journey of Lent. HOLY MASS, BLESSING AND IMPOSITION OF THE ASHES ![]() ![]() TO THE BASILICA OF ST SABINA ON THE AVENTINE HILL
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