Episode 14: Do Other Religions Practise Fasting Too?

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It is common knowledge that Muslims fast during Ramadan, but did you know that other religions also practice fasting? Must fasting always be just about refraining from food and re-aligning to God? What do we do during a fast to maintain our sanity or when temptations come? How can we be considerate (or do we even need to be sensitive) towards those who are fasting? Listen to firsthand fasting experiences and know that you are not alone. Here’s sending wishes to you for a peaceful Ramadan. This episode is powered by Studio 21:05.

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It is common knowledge that Muslims fast during Ramadan, but did you know that other religions also practice fasting? Must fasting always be just about refraining from food and re-aligning to God? What do we do during a fast to maintain our sanity...

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