Fasting

Purim dog exhibition for special needs children

Special needs children and their families were treated to a particularly entertaining dog show during the Fast of Esther.

A call to prayer on the Fast of Esther

The call for active participation in tefillah and fasting on the Fast of Esther (March 21) on behalf of the many acute needs of our people has come from across the spectrum, including rabbinic leaders, the Hostages Forum, and the President of Israel.

The Fast of the Tenth of Tevet - Asara beTevet

Why do we fast on Friday instead of pushing off or moving this seemingly minor fast on day back?

An extended fast

Total devotion: An extended Yom Kippur fast in Auschwitz.

Laws of Yom Kippur

Questions about fasting and medication, illness, headaches, pregnancy on the most solemn day of the Jewish year.

Tisha B'Av - the fast that will become a feast

Can we posit the Problem of Good against the Problem of Evil, see the goodness in our universe, and accentuate the positive?

Preparing for the 'Shabbat of Vision'

Words of wisdom before the Fast of the 9th of Av.

Israel's first Chief Rabbi:

Emor: Eating before Yom Kippur

Why is there a mitzvah to eat on the day before Yom Kippur? How does this eating count as a day of fasting? 

The Tenth of Tevet: Why do we fast?

The final sentence could have been delayed, or even averted altogether, if only the nation had repented.

MDA treats 2,741 people over Yom Kippur

1,920 people hospitalized, 268 fainted, were dehydrated or felt unwell directly because of the fast.

Halakhot for when the 9th of Av falls on Shabbat - 5782

We do not fast on Shabbat (except for Yom Kippur).This year the 9th of Av is on Shabbat, so we fast Sat. night and Sunday. A primer.

Tisha B'av times and laws

The fast of the Ninth of Av occurs this year immediately following Shabbat. Here are the times and laws you will need for the fast.

Fasting without fasting

Are there elements of fasting on Shabbat the 9th of Av even though it is forbidden to fast on Shabbat?

What's fasting got to do with it?

A day of fasting such as today's Fast of Tammuz is not one of dieting, but of introspection, contrition and remorse for our situation today.

The Fast of Esther - memory and repentance

The Fast of Esther falls on Wednesday March 16 this year.As we still have enemies who wish to destroy us, we still need to fast and repent.

Insights on Tisha B'Av and laws when it starts after Shabbat

When Tisha B'Av is on Motzei Shabbat, Seuda Shlishit is eaten as usual, but one must be careful to stop before sunset. Tikkun on the fast.

9th of Av survival kit

The writer's ideas for getting into physical shape for fasting, starting today. Hopefully, our spiritual shape will make the fast obsolete.

Laws for the Fast of the 10th of Tevet that falls on Friday

The Tenth of Tevet that falls on a Friday means managing Shabbat preparations, services and fasting until Friday night Kiddush.

Ruling:

Chief Rabbi: 'Asymptomatic coronavirus carrier must fast'

Verified coronavirus carrier suffering symptoms or excessive weakness exempt from fasting. Verified carrier who is asymptomatic must fast.

Preparing for fasting: What's right to eat before Yom Kippur?

EASY FASTING: Before & after meals for fasting.

A healthy fast

Tips from a doctor for an easy, healthy Yom Kippur fast.

Today: Fast of Esther

The Fast commemorates the one held by our forefathers in the times of Mordechai and Esther.

Three days of fasting for Israel’s unity

In the spirit of Esther and Mordehai, a group of activists are promoting a fast initiative for soul-searching and unity.

'Triple Whammy' May Mean a Tough Yom Kippur for Many

The weather, the calendar, and the clock are conspiring to make this year's fast one of the most challenging in years for Israelis

Yom Kippur: Tips for Easier Fasting

As Jewish people around the world prepare for Yom Kippur, Arutz Sheva brings you some tips on how to prepare for the 25-hour fast.

Israel Gets Ready for Yom Kippur; Tips for Easier Fasting

Soldiers, police, paramedics, rabbis and ordinary Israelis are each doing their part to prepare for the holiest day of the Jewish year.

Fast of Esther Observed on Thursday

Jews observe Fast of Esther on Thursday from dawn to dusk, to commemorate the fast observed by the Jewish people in the story of Purim.

Rabbinate Calls for 'Rain Fast Day' Thursday

Winter is again late in coming to Israel. The Chief Rabbinate has set Thursday as a day of fasting, prayer and repentance, asking G-d for rain.