Fasting in the Syro Malabar Church
Christianity is a way of life that teaches us to focus on a life beyond our normal sense and sensibilities. Following the footsteps of Eesho, Christians Fast and pray with a focus on the life beyond the material confines. Among the several Christian traditions, the Syro Malabar Church also has spirituality developed based on Fasting. This article is an exploration of the history, philosophy, and spirituality of Fasting in the Syro Malabar Church considering it's Jewish, Christian, East Syriac, and Hindu roots.