For 10 points, name this practice that involves abstaining from eating food.
Pope Paul VI wrote the Paenitemini (PAH-ay-nee-tay-mee-nee) to explain that this practice is not required in "countries where the standard of living is lower." This practice is forbidden during the Bright Week, which follows Easter. A two-week period of this activity precedes the Feast of the Dormition, and some people practice the "Nativity" form of this practice during Advent. This custom is often practiced starting on Ash Wednesday, throughout the time of Lent, to mirror the 40 days that Jesus spent doing this action in the desert. For 10 points, name this practice that involves abstaining from eating food.
Pope Paul VI wrote the Paenitemini (PAH-ay-nee-tay-mee-nee) to explain that this practice is not required in "countries where the standard of living is lower.
fasting [or not eating or equivalents; prompt on abstinence; prompt on asceticism]