Fasting is a time-honored practice observed across various cultures and religions. It involves abstaining from food or other indulgence for a set period. While the physical benefits of fasting are ...

In Matthew 17:21, Jesus said that a certain evil spirit does not go out of a person except by prayer and fasting. Some ...

Basically, fasting is abstinence from food or drink or both for ethical, health, religious, ritualistic, etc., goals. It is also undertaken for body cleansing, boosting cognitive performance, medical ...

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 ...

Shattila Ekadashi marks the first Ekadashi fast of the year 2026 and holds deep spiritual importance in Hindu tradition. Observed during the Krishna Paksh of the Magh month, this sacred day is ...

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 ...

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) – As spring arrives, many embrace fasting for spiritual and health reasons, with experts highlighting the benefits and potential risks. Fasting, whether for religious observance or ...

Traditionally, the season of Lent is a time of deep spiritual reflection that for most Christians includes fasting. Fasting is the act of intentionally refraining from something. Usually, this ...

Cardinal Blase Cupich holds up prayer beads from Pakistan given to him as a gift by Muslim Community Center board president Masood Bijapuri, second left, in Morton Grove during Chicago’s 26th annual ...

You choose: Will it be the pain of discipline or the pain of regret? One yields a sense of extreme fulfillment; the other, a lingering sense of defeat. Ironically, we pray for God to heal when we ...

For both spiritual and religious individuals, there may come a time when perceived evil will try to make its way into your life. And though spiritual warfare is not a new concept, as it's commonly ...