Spiritual Fasts Information

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Whether you are Jewish or Christian, Buddhist or Muslim, pagan, agnostic or atheist, a spiritual fast refreshes your soul and outlook. Use fasting as a form of religious observance or self-reflection. Obtain tips on spiritual fasts in this guide.

  • About the Spiritual Significance of Fasting

    Fasting is the practice of denying oneself food in order to concentrate on a relationship with God and the pursuit of a state of unity with him, or in the pursuit of an Read More

  • What Is a Spiritual Pilgrimage?

    A spiritual pilgrimage is a physical journey toward a place of sacred or religious significance. It can also be an open-ended undertaking with no specific destination in Read More

  • How to Take a Spiritually Cleansing Bath

    When you feel your troubles are weighing you down and feel out of sync with the world, it is time for a spiritual cleansing. All kinds of problems can pile up like pockets Read More

  • About Lemonade Fasts

    The lemonade fast was originally developed by Stanley Burroughs in 1941. Considered a pioneer in holistic medicine, Burroughs encouraged the healing of disease through Read More

  • Body Cleansing Fasts

    A body cleansing fast consists of restricting solid food consumption in order for the body to rid itself of the impurities and toxins accumulated in the blood and in the Read More

  • About Fasting

    Upon hearing the word fasting, many think of not eating for 24 hours on a certain feast day as is common in some religions. You may also think of abstaining from your Read More

  • Fasting for Christian Purposes

    Consider fasting a means of bolstering your overall prayer life and deepening your personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Fasting is talked about in both the Old and New Read More

  • How to Fast During Ramadan

    Ramadan is celebrated during the ninth month of the "Hijri," or the Islamic lunar calendar. Ramadan marks the time of year in which the divine messages from Allah were Read More

  • What Is the Purpose of Fasting?

    Fasting has been a tradition among various religious and spiritual traditions since before recorded history. It is used to honor gods, to atone for sins, to show gratitude Read More

  • About Apache Spirituality

    There are over 30 tribes that are collectively referred to as Apache. Each have their own tribal name and languages. Most of the Apache tribes are similar in terms of their Read More

  • How to Make Spirituality a Part of Life

    Religious traditions include prayer, reflection or meditation because there are so many mysteries in the universe that are beyond the understanding of human beings. Even Read More

  • What Is the Spiritual Self?

    The spiritual self revolves around a person's belief system and daily life structure. Learn more about the spiritual self with tips from a spiritual healer in this free Read More

  • How to Understand a Fast

    Fasting is a natural process of avoiding solid food while staying hydrated with plenty of water, and the body becomes cleansed of toxins and impurities after about three or Read More

  • How to Do a Spiritual Fast

    A spiritual fast is a period of meditation and spiritual reflection, during which the individual refrains from outside world influences as much as possible. Consult with a Read More

  • How to Diet Using Biblical Fasting

    There are numerous scriptures that tell of God's desire for us to fast and pray, and they are as meaningful today as they were in Biblical times. Daniel 9:3 states, "And I Read More

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