ignati
How have fasting and abstinence practices changed over the years?
Fasting and Abstinence in the Roman Catholic Church
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skjames
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At one time, Lent was observed with a Black Fast in which only one meal could be consumed, after sunset, and containing no meat or dairy.
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melintur
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In the early 20th century, the Church required Lenten fasting but abstinence was required only on Friday and Saturday.