Strict fasting during Holy Week
- 18.04.2011 16:44
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The Orthodox Christians entered the Holy Week, which is the last week of Lent and the week before Easter. According to priest Valeriu Potoroaca, of Saint Panthelemon Church, fasting during the Holy Week, from April 18 until April 23, is very strict, Info-Prim Neo reports.
“During the Holy Week we remember about the sufferings of Jesus Christ. This week is dedicated to the special events in our Savior’s life – from his coming to Jerusalem until the Crucifixion,” said the priest.
Dairy products and meat products are strictly forbidden. On most days, no alcoholic beverages are permitted and no oil is used in the cooking. Friday and Saturday are observed as strict fast days, meaning that nothing should be eaten on those days.
This year Easter, which is the central Christian feast, is celebrated on April 24.
