"In an age of wellness trackers and intermittent fasting routines, the ancient Christian practice of fasting might look like it's having a comeback. But while both involve skipping meals, the similarities are only surface-deep. Modern fasting often aims at self-improvement. Christian fasting is about self-gift.
"For Christians, fasting is not about control or efficiency - it's about making space. It's a voluntary hunger that points beyond the body, a way of returning to God with both heart and flesh. . . ."
In a recent commentary, writer/scholar Daniel Esparza reflected on some of the reasons why Christians fast.
To access Mr. Esparza's complete post, please visit:
Aleteia: Daniel Esparza: From the desert to today: Why Christians fast (15 APR 25)
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