"Fasting is an expression of love and devotion, in which one sacrifices earthly satisfaction to attain the heavenly. Altogether too much of one's thoughts are taken up with care and for sustenance and the enticements of the palate; one wishes to be free from them. Thus fasting is a step on the road of emancipation and an indispensable support in the struggle against selfish desires. Together with prayer, fasting is one of humanity's greatest gifts, carefully cherished by those who once have participated in it."
(from Way of the Ascetics by Tito Colliander).
Jesus said--"when you fast"--not if you fast.
(from Way of the Ascetics by Tito Colliander).
Jesus said--"when you fast"--not if you fast.
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