Spiritual Discipline
The Benefits of Fasting
By Augustine of HippoSource: Augustine of Hippo - Sermons on the Gospel of John (Public Domain)Short36 words
Fasting cleanses the soul, raises the mind, subjects one's flesh to the spirit, renders the heart contrite and humble, scatters the clouds of concupiscence, quenches the fire of lust, and kindles the true light of chastity.
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