Fasting Collection (#2)

Jesus Prays

Mollie Fancher(1848-1910), known as the Brooklyn Enigma for, amongst other phenomena, her perceived ability to fast for long periods on time

Gandhi fasting in support of Untouchables, 1932. Artist: Leonard Raven-Hill
Gandhi fasting in support of Untouchables, 1932. Mohondas Karamchand Gandhi (1869-1948), known as Mahatma (Great Soul), Indian Nationalist leader

ANN MOORE fasting lady of Tutbury, Staffordshire, who was considered genuine when tested in 1808, but exposed as a fake in 1813 Date: 1761 - 1813

The Temptation of Christ, c. 1575 (oil on canvas)
XIR439253 The Temptation of Christ, c.1575 (oil on canvas) by Tintoretto, Jacopo Robusti (1518-94); Scuola Grande di San Rocco, Venice, Italy; (add.info.: La Tentation du Christ; ); Italian

Temptation Of Christ In The Wilderness, c. 1500-4 (oil on panel)
XOS1765986 Temptation Of Christ In The Wilderness, c.1500-4 (oil on panel) by Juan de Flandes, (c.1465-1519); 21x15.5 painted, 21.3x16 panel cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

FRANKLIN: BROADSIDE, 1747. Broadside written and printed by Benjamin Franklin, 1747, proclaiming a general fast in an effort to unite the people of Philadelphia in self-defense

19th Century fasting festival, Egypt C018 / 7098
19th Century fasting festival. 1883 engraving of people celebrating the end of the fasting period in Thebes, Egypt

Broadside issued by George Wythe of the House of Burgesses, calling for a day of fasting
WYTHE: BROADSIDE, 1774. Broadside issued by George Wythe of the House of Burgesses, calling for a day of fasting and prayer after the British invasion of Boston, May 1774

CONFEDERATE FASTING, 1863. Cartoon from a northern newspaper poking fun at Confederate President Jefferson Davis proclamation of a Day of fasting, humiliation and prayer, 27 March 1863

Pakistani Greetings Postcard - Eid Festival (1 / 4)
Pakistani Greetings Postcard - Eid Festival (1/4). Eid al-Fitr is a Muslim holiday that marks the end of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting. Date: circa 1930s

Dr Tanner Fasting 1880
Dr Tanner of New York fasts for forty days as a scientific experiment. Date: 1880

Saint Genevieve in Paris
Saint Genevieve (d.500) - Patroness of Paris. Took veil at 15 after the death of her parents and moved to Paris. Made a personal sortie to gain supplies for the City during the siege of Paris by

Sacco / Fasting Man
Sacco, the Champion fasting man

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"Fasting: A Journey of Spiritual Discipline and Cultural Traditions" Fasting, a practice deeply rooted in various cultures and religions, holds immense significance across the globe. From the statue of the fasting Buddha in Lahore's Museum to suffragettes celebrating Christmas dinner in Holloway, it has been observed for different purposes throughout history. In Constantinople, now Istanbul, we witness the grand iftar or dinner of the Grand Vizier during Ramadan. The city comes alive as Muslims break their fast together, sharing moments of unity and gratitude. Illustrations depicting Arabs at prayer during Ramadan by Nasreddine Dinet capture the devotion and serenity that accompanies this holy month. But fasting is not limited to religious observances alone. Mollie Fancher's story showcases how an individual can embrace fasting for personal reasons. Her journey exemplifies self-discipline and resilience amidst adversity. Devotees attending prayer with burning incense and lighted oil lamps before breaking their fast demonstrate a deep spiritual connection with their faith. Sunni Muslims performing Eid al-Fitr prayers mark the joyous end of a month-long period of fasting. The Grand Mosque witnesses countless Muslims performing Omrah around the holy Kaaba during this sacred time. It becomes a hub where devotees gather to seek solace, forgiveness, and blessings from above. Muslims offering prayers on Fridays during Ramadan further emphasize communal worship while strengthening bonds within their communities worldwide. The Dome of Rock serves as a backdrop when Palestinians come together on these special occasions to pray fervently. Fasting transcends boundaries; it unites people from diverse backgrounds under one common purpose – seeking spiritual growth or expressing cultural traditions passed down through generations. Whether it be for introspection or celebration, fasting remains an integral part of our shared human experience.