Why do Greek Orthodox people fast?

[greggd12]

I live in a predominately Greek neighborhood and a lot of my neighbors and friends are always talking about fasting… but I'm a little confused. I didn't know some Christians fasted. What is Greek orthodox fasting? What are you allowed eat or do and what are you not allowed to do?

 

[d_kakavouli]

That is such a good question. A lot of people don't know that some Greek people fast. I don't know too much about it, because I don't personally fast myself. But my grandma usually avoids eating meat eggs fish and milk before any major holidays, especially Easter.

 

[dimi_pat]

Here's a good link that explains everything: https://www.greece-is.com/fasting-and-feasting-the-greek-orthodox-way/

 

[paharo45]

Fasting is a form of sacrifice before the feast of Easter. It' supposed to show devotion and strength