Fasting
Fasting is not unique to Muslims. It has been practiced for centuries in connection with religious ceremonies by Christians, Jews, Hindus and many other religions. Some Native American societies fasted to avert catastrophe or to serve as apology for sin. Jews observe fasting as a form of penitence and purification annually on the Day of Atonement. On this day neither food nor drink is permitted.
Islam is the only religion that has retained the outward and spiritual dimensions of fasting throughout centuries. The most unruly human emotions such as pride, lust, envy, and anger are not easy to control, thus a person must strive hard to discipline them when fasting. Muslims fast to purify their soul because fasting puts a bridle on the most uncontrolled, savage human emotions. Fasting occurs once each year during the 9th lunar month, the month of Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar in which the Koran was sent down as guidance for the people.
posted by Mohsen Feizian @ 12:41 PM
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