When You Fast: The Why and How of Christian Self-Discipline Coptic Icons found in Egypt on papyrus

found in Egypt on papyrus dated to 250

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I look forward to his volumes on the prophetic writings and on the Psalms and Wisdom literature

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Many versions circulated and the tale traveled from Palestine to Europe

When You Fast: The Why and How of Christian Self-Discipline Coptic Icons found in Egypt on papyrus[short]Author: L. Joseph Letendre, Pages: 101[ short][long] In this companion volume to the popular When You Pray, L. Joseph Letendre explores the underpinnings of the Church's practice of fasting and of ascetic discipline in general. Rather than being preoccupied with the details of food regulations, he helps the reader understand the purpose of fasting and how to enter into it more willingly and fully. About the Author: L. Joseph Letendre is the