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In Eastern Christianity, Forgiveness Sunday, which is also called Cheesefare Sunday, is the final day of pre-Lent where followers can eat dairy before Easter, and In the Orthodox Christian tradition is seen as a day to reflect on the power of forgiveness and its role in our lives.
In Christian tradition, asking for forgiveness on this day is believed to help begin the period of Great Lent with a light heart that is able to better focus on the spiritual life, and to prepare for Easter - the day of the Resurrection of Jesus - with a pure heart.
Some ideas for how to observe Forgiveness Sunday include:
