Fasting: Moral Discipline

Fasting: Moral Discipline You are fasting. Someone says something rude to you. You feel angry. But your dry throat reminds you that you are fasting. You control your anger. Instead of reacting, you respond gently and move on. Someone causes you physical pain. You feel like hurting them back. But your weak and hungry body reminds you that you are fasting for God. Your hands and feet stop. The one you wanted to take revenge on—you forgive instead. You pray for him, and the matter ends there. Satan attempts to mislead a person at various times. During these moments, fasting becomes a helpful aid. The discipline and worship of fasting soften the heart and purifies his soul. This serves as a shield, guarding against falling into Satan’s traps. All India Radio (National Channel), New Delhi, 4 March 1994.