Episode 7 | Fasting with V. Rev. Fr. Maroutha Hanna

Our latest episode of the Voices of Syriac Faith Podcast and hearing spiritual words of wisdom from V. Rev. Fr. Maroutha Hanna. In this discussion, we spoke about: "Why do we fast?" and the spiritual benefits of fasting. 

Join us as we speak deeper into the significance of fasting as a transformative tool in strengthening our relationship with God and the importance of fasting and prayer, which occurs when these disciplines are united in faith.

We also break down the story of Jonah and the fast of Niniveh, where collective fasting and prayers with strong faith prevented divine wrath, showing the mercy of God in response by not destroying the city of Niniveh.

Last we mentioned Wednesday and Friday fasting, as well as the profound significance of the Great Holy Lent Fast within the liturgical calendar of the Syriac Orthodox Church.  One can gain understandings as to how these periods of fasting serve as an important period for spiritual renewal and growth within the faith community.

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