Understanding the essence of Lenten fasting. Fasting during Lent represents one of Christianity’s most profound spiritual disciplines, with roots extending deep into biblical traditions.

In a world overwhelmed by constant consumption—of food, information, and stimulation—fasting emerges as a profound act of self-discipline, healing, and spiritual awakening. While once ...

Fasting has been a respected practice across many of the world's major spiritual traditions. The Bhagavad Gita also advises moderation in eating (18.52), and fasting is one way to achieve this ...

Spiritual fasting is when you voluntarily give up food, or something that brings you contentment, to focus on your thoughts and relationship with God. Advertisement.

Fasting helps improve moral and spiritual character because it teaches patience and unselfishness. Ramadan strengthens Muslim society because we are reminded to put others first, ...

Sister Mothyna: Our fast is distinct in that we aim to find greater peace, not only for ourselves but also to share it with everyone we encounter, including family, friends, and co-workers ...

Ramadan, the monthlong religious observance during which Muslims pray, reflect, perform acts of charity and fast, began on the evening of March 10. This week’s commenters discuss the spiritual ...

Fasting can also push you to shift your priorities and be more attuned to your spiritual side. This picture taken on February 20, 2012 shows a Facsimile of "The Shroud of Turin" at the Cathedral ...

On the spiritual side, the Daniel Fast may sound like a shorter, more intense version of Lent -- the traditional 40-day period of abstinence from certain foods that spiritually readies believers ...