Abiy Tsome
What is another name for Abiy Tsome?
The Great Lent
What type of diet do people follow during Abiy Tsome?
Vegan diet
How often should people pray during Abiy Tsome?
Daily (morning and night)
What is the name for the 8th Sunday of Abiy Tsome?
Hosanna or Palm Sunday
What is the main goal of Abiy Tsome?
To grow spiritually and become closer to God.
How long does Abiy Tsome last?
About 55 days
Name one behaviour people must control during the fast?
Anger, gossip, or any bad habits
What should we do with scripture during the fast?
Read and apply it to our lives
What does Hosanna mean?
Save us
Who is the 7th week of Abiy Tsome named after?
Nicodemus
What are the 6 final days of Abiy Tsome called?
Holy Week (Himamat)
What type of distractions should we avoid during lent?
Social media parties and worldly distractions
Why is it important to understand your faith during the fast.
So it doesn't feel like you're doing things without purpose
What event does Hosanna celebrate?
Jesus entering Jerusalem
What does the story of Nicodemus teach us about faith?
To seek truth and grow spiritually
What are we required to abstain from during Abiy Tsome?
All animal products (meat, dairy, eggs)
What are two key spiritual actions encouraged during Abiy Tsome?
Prayer and reading the Bible
What church activity should we attend more during the Fast?
Liturgy
What do people wave to celebrate Hosanna?
Palm leaves
Name one important behavior to practice during Abiy Tsome besides fasting?
Repentance, humility, or self-discipline
What does the fasting season mainly consist of in terms of days?
40 days of Christ's fasting, 10 additional days and 6 days of the Holy week.
Why should people avoid comparing their fasting to others?
Because it shows pride and lacks humility
What is the overall goal of spiritual focus during Abiy Tsome?
To grow closer to God
What does Hosanna mark the beginning of?
Holy Week and Jesus' Journey to the cross
What does Jesus mean when he tells Nicodemus that a person must be born again?
To experience spiritual renewal and transformation