If you grew up involved with a church, you're probably familiar with the term "spiritual fasting." Some churches participate in an annual spiritual fast such as the Daniel Diet. Others give up ...

An empty plate symbolizes the act of fasting and self-denial observed by many Christians during the Lenten season.(Photo Credit: Unsplash / Joachim Schnürle0 An ancient spiritual practice, fasting can ...

My first encounter with Christian fasting was in a Russian kitchen in the provincial city of Krasnodar in 1991. It was November and my host, a university professor, was preparing the evening meal at ...

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 ...

Trend in growing in evangelical Christian circles Some people participate in longer-term versions called the Daniel Plan for weight loss Daniel Fast has some similarities to Lent Faith has never ...

As the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar begins, Muslims around the world engage in Ramadan, a sacred period dedicated to fasting, reflection and worship. While it is a time of immense ...

The lack of self restraint so evident in much of modern life leads us first to pleasure seeking and then increasingly to self induced suffering. Millions of people spend billions of dollars on pills, ...

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 ...

Monday marks the start of Ramadan, a monthlong fast observed by most of the world's 1.6 billion Muslims. Fasting during the holy month is one of the five pillars of Islam, which also include prayer ...

For the majority of Muslims worldwide, the confirmed sighting of a new crescent moon next Tuesday will usher in the holy month of Ramadan. This 1,400-year-old ritual is a reminder to practice ...

Fasting has its own importance in Hindu religion. This is a spiritual practice, which people do for spiritual growth and stay positive. Fasting also have various spiritual and health benefits. People ...