40-Day Fasting Instructions

Actual date to be announced.  To be done in conjunction with the Pilgrimage to Pentecost.


First Ten Days

One meal each day after 5pm. 

This meal should be in moderation, smaller portions with minimum sweets and desserts. 

Fluid intake should include:
    Water, Fruit and Vegetable Juice, and non-caffeinated tea throughout the day.



Second Ten Days

One meal consisting of SOUP each day after 5pm.  

The soup may contain vegetables and meat, but modestly so. 

Fluid intake should include:
    Water, Fruit and Vegetable Juice, and non-caffeinated tea throughout the day.



Third Ten Days

Fluid intake only.

Fluid intake may include:
    Water, Fruit and Vegetable Juice. No caffeinated products.



Fourth Ten Days

The 4th week has be modified to include soup (with meat is optional) after 5pm.