When did the Russian orthodox eat?

Answer 1

Not sure exactly what you mean by this question but i will try to answer as best I can. All Eastern Orthodox follow rules for fasting at different times of the week, and year, meaning they abstain from certain foods on certain days or for certain periods of time during the church year. For example, a strict vegan diet is usually followed on Wednesdays and Fridays to help us remember the days on which Christ was betrayed and crucified. We also follow a strict vegan diet for 47 days prior to Easter, and for 40 days prior to Christmas, and for shorter periods during several other times during the year. These fasts help us to prepare spiritually for the great feast day which is to come and help us to remember why we are celebrating the holiday, and help to ensure that we do not become too caught up in the commercialism of the holidays. There are also days of strict fasting, such as Holy Friday, when it is customary to abstain from eating until sundown. The secondary purpose of fasting is to teach self discipline, so that we realize that earthly things are of less importance than spiritual things. However, Orthodox feasts and celebrations are joyous affairs, accompanied by beautiful music, and wonderful food, so please don't get the idea that orthodox Christians are a grim, sour faced group. On the whole they are fun loving, warm and hospitable, and a joy to be with. Hope this helps answer your question.