My history of disordered eating means I practice the spiritual discipline in community and with accommodations. For a time when I was a child, I wanted nothing unless it was grilled cheese—without the ...

Christians in Hampton Roads and around the world are preparing for the arrival of Lent, which begins Wednesday for Catholics and Protestants, and on March 14 for Orthodox Christians. Lent is observed ...

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 ...

Wheat, rice, and regular flour: These everyday grains are avoided during the Navratri fasting and are replaced by ...

The spiritual discipline of fasting was ushered into the spotlight recently by one of the most unlikely places – Hollywood. Actor Chris Pratt, a Christian, posted on Instagram that he was on a 21-day ...

Fasting in spirituality is the practice of abstaining from food, drink, or certain activities for a set period to deepen ...

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 ...

Ramadan, a month of deep spiritual reflection and cultural significance for Muslims in Ethiopia, arrives this year under ...

As I write this article, I am on day 26 for a 40-day fast. I would like to say it has been easy, but it hasn’t. What started out as a simple 10-day fast with fellow church members has become a ...