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“Why do Orthodox Christians fast… so much? It’s not just about food. Fasting is a way to train the soul… not punish the body. In the Ethiopian Orthodox tradition, people don’t just avoid food—they avoid luxury foods… things that bring comfort and pleasure. Because fasting isn’t just about hunge…

“Why do Orthodox Christians fast… so much? It’s not just about food. Fasting is a way to train the soul… not punish the body. In the Ethiopian Orthodox tradition, people don’t just avoid food—they avoid luxury foods… things that bring comfort and pleasure. Because fasting isn’t just about hunger… it’s about learning to live without constant comfort. By doing this, believers grow in self-control… discipline… and learn to focus more on God. It happens often throughout the year— not as a burd