For Zeynep Kariparduc, the Ramadan fasting period which concluded on March 30 “is a deeply personal and transformative time.” And she values the lessons she learns and relearns during this time, ...

The tradition dates as far back as 601 AD, when 64th leader of the Catholic Church, Pope Gregory cemented the Lent as permanent tradition, according to the Museum of the Bible. At this time, Lent ...

I recently sat down with a close friend of mine, someone who has observed Ramadan every year since he was a teenager, to talk ...

The 40-day season of prayer comes to an end this week just ahead ... At this time, Lent lasted 46 days consisting of 40 days of fasting where only one meal and no meat was allowed, with the ...

But if he cannot be an example of how to conduct oneself as a leader of his team and an enforcer of the law, perhaps he can be an object lesson in what not to do. He can illustrate how bad ...

In a world overwhelmed by constant consumption—of food, information, and stimulation—fasting emerges as a profound act of ...

A. There is another means of obtaining God's grace, and it is prayer. Q. 1099. What is prayer? A. Prayer is the lifting up of our minds and hearts to God, to adore Him, to thank Him for His ...

Mangaluru/Udupi: Christian communities across Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts observed Good Friday with solemnity through fasting, meditation, and prayer. Churches witnessed early morning ...

The arrival of autumn represents new beginnings in many cultures, but in the ancient Indian religion of Jainism, it holds particular significance. Much like Buddhism, Jainism focuses on the ...

Finally comes the required remedy. Jesus says at the end, “Follow me.” The only way Peter or you or I are going to attain the kingdom of God and perfect love is by following Jesus. “Jesus said to him, ...