Fasting is a time-honored practice observed across various cultures and religions. It involves abstaining from food or other indulgence for a set period. While the physical benefits of fasting are ...

Fasting during Lent represents one of Christianity’s most profound spiritual disciplines, with roots extending deep into biblical traditions. Though not explicitly outlined in scripture, this practice ...

You choose: Will it be the pain of discipline or the pain of regret? One yields a sense of extreme fulfillment; the other, a lingering sense of defeat. Ironically, we pray for God to heal when we ...

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 ...

In the Jewish tradition, Yom Kippur—the holiest day of the year—is a 25-hour Day of Atonement devoted to self-reflection, repentance (teshuvah), and prayer. Fasting during this time is intended to ...

In an era where spiritual exercises are increasingly overlooked, Pastor Ronnie Floyd is urging Christians to rediscover the ...

Jaya Ekadashi, dedicated to Lord Vishnu, is a major Hindu fasting day observed for spiritual purification, inner peace and ...