Lent Crossword Puzzle

About the Lent Crossword Puzzle

Lent is the Christian season of reflection and preparation before Easter, traditionally marked by prayer, fasting, and acts of charity. This puzzle includes terms such as Ash Wednesday, almsgiving, the wilderness, and the Stations of the Cross. It is suited to students, families, and anyone learning about Christian observances and the customs associated with Lent.

This crossword draws on 41 clues about Lent. Each grid uses a different handful and fits them together a new way, so press New puzzle for another whenever you finish. The answers are in the answer key when you print, and behind the Reveal button when you play.

Sample clues

• •Voluntary avoidance of certain foods (10 letters)
• •Love of others expressed through generous aid (7 letters)
• •Arid region where Jesus fasted (6 letters)
• •Traditional length of Jesus' wilderness fast (9 letters)
• •Central figure of Christianity (5 letters)
• •Day recalling Jesus' entry into Jerusalem with fronds (10 letters)
• •Thoughtful review of one's actions (10 letters)
• •Liturgical time, such as Lent or Advent (6 letters)

Teaching this topic or planning a party? Make your own crossword with your own words and clues.