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This ranges as simply going without luxuries through to going without food (and sometimes even water) for a period of time. Fasting, as well as ceansing the body physically, helps to focus the mind and spirit onto more spiritual things. Jesus himself fasted in the wilderness before beginning his work on earth in order to focus his mind on the task ahead. This fasting in the wilderness is commemorated at the Church's season of Lent. During this time Christians reexamine their faith and tend to look carefully at their lives and their Christian journey. Fasting at this time can be anything from doing without the odd bar of chocolate, or glass of wine, through to a full blown fasting, eating only essential items in order to keep healthy - any money saved by not buying food sent to those parts of the world where famine and starvation are sadly more common. Thus fasting not only cleanses the body physically, but also helps the body spiritually, and can also help those who normally have insufficient to eat.
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Did gandhi fasting work?
Yes.
Did Hippocrates recommend fasting?
Hippocrates, the ancient Greek known as the "Father of Western medicine," recommended fasting as a means for improving health
Are templars Christians?
Yes, Templars are Christians.
Do Christians use a rosery?
Not all Christians use a rosary but many Roman Catholic Christians do.
Why would Constantine change Rome's policy towards christians?
Constantine changed Rome's policy towards the Christians because he needed their support as by his time the Christians were numerous and causing unrest.Constantine changed Rome's policy towards the Christians because he needed their support as by his time the Christians were numerous and causing unrest.Constantine changed Rome's policy towards the Christians because he needed their support as by his time the Christians were numerous and causing unrest.Constantine changed Rome's policy towards the Christians because he needed their support as by his time the Christians were numerous and causing unrest.Constantine changed Rome's policy towards the Christians because he needed their support as by his time the Christians were numerous and causing unrest.Constantine changed Rome's policy towards the Christians because he needed their support as by his time the Christians were numerous and causing unrest.Constantine changed Rome's policy towards the Christians because he needed their support as by his time the Christians were numerous and causing unrest.Constantine changed Rome's policy towards the Christians because he needed their support as by his time the Christians were numerous and causing unrest.Constantine changed Rome's policy towards the Christians because he needed their support as by his time the Christians were numerous and causing unrest.
What are the benefits of fasting for Christians?
the benefits of fasting for Christians are because of how Jesus stayed in the desert for a month
What day do the christians fast in a week?
Friday is used as a day of fasting by some Christians.
Does the Methodist Church have a fasting month or do only Muslims have one?
Christians do not have a fasting month, only Muslims do.
Why are fasting almsgiving and praying so important to Christians today?
Check out this website...wow http://www.godsquad.com/prayer/prayerandfast.htm
What effects do Christians believe fasting has?
Makes you lose weight. The purpose of fasting, of any type, is to use the time you have freed to listen and talk to God. As with any relationship, the more together time you have, the stronger the bond.
What are the similarities of fasting in Hinduism Islam and Christianity?
Christians don't fast. Islam fasts during Ramadan. Don't know about Hindus.
The attitude behind fasting is more important than the actual act?
According to what i understood from your question,we should focus not just only on the act of fasting but on what we do while fasting.That's why JESUS told that we should not show to the people that we are fasting and that we are really exhausted from fasting,while fasting we should focus on how to act as real Christians and how to offer to everyone the real love and affection and to really get near from GOD and i think that this really more important than the act of fasting itself...But acting in general as a real Christian is not only limited on fasting but it is for all the times...
Christians keep Lent by prayer good works and what?
Christian keep lent by prayer, good deeds and fasting and giving up a habbit.
Which two days of the week did the earliest Christians keep holy as days of fasting and penance?
The earliest Christians traditionally kept Wednesday and Friday as holy days of fasting and penance. Wednesday was associated with Judas Iscariot's betrayal of Jesus, while Friday commemorated the crucifixion. These days were observed as a way to reflect on the significance of Christ’s sacrifice and to engage in spiritual discipline.
Who takes part in the fasting and who does not take part in the fasting?
Fasting is commonly observed by individuals in various religious contexts, such as Muslims during Ramadan, Christians during Lent, and Jews during Yom Kippur. Typically, those who participate include adults and older children who are physically capable of fasting. Exceptions often apply to pregnant or nursing women, the elderly, the sick, and young children, who may be exempt from fasting for health or developmental reasons. Additionally, some individuals may choose not to fast for personal or medical reasons.
What is the forty day period of fasting prayer and penance before Easter called?
Christians can fast and pray whenever God put it in their heart to do.
What are different types of fasting?
Mentioned below are few types of fasting:- Buddhist fasting Ayurvedic fasting dry fasting juice fasting Therapeutic Fasting
