2006-09-30 08:50:08 · 10 answers · asked by vtowngirl08 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
The only meat i would be able to eat is fish, correct.
2006-09-30 09:09:27 · update #1
Catholics in the United States are obliged to abstain from the eating of meat on Ash Wednesday and on all Fridays during the season of Lent.
They are also obliged to fast on Ash Wednesday and on Good Friday.
Self-imposed observance of fasting on all weekdays of Lent is strongly recommended. This is where people also give up chocolate, sarcasm, or something else for Lent.
With love in Christ.
2006-09-30 17:56:47 · answer #1 · answered by imacatholic2 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
The observance of Lent is strictly voluntary and open to individual preference. Many of the observant choose to refrain from some act of personal enjoyment during that season (for example, not eating chocolate, or any desserts or sweets, or wearing only simple clothes and no jewelry). The variations are endless.
The tradition of complete fasting on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday is still observed by many. If you cannot do a complete fast for medical reasons, simple meals or meals with no meat are often chosen. Some people observe a "Je Junium," which means a fast during the day, with no food before the sun sets.
Others do a fast or modified fast on Wednesdays or Fridays during lent. Soup and sandwiches makes a good discipline. And no sweets.
But remember Sunday is always a feast day, even during Lent. You can have a donut at coffee hour, and red meat at lunch or supper.
Others do a Lenten discipline that involves adding some item of discipline. Walk an extra mile every week. Write a letter to a friend or to a soldier overseas or a person in prison each day. Something like that. The variations are almost endless.
2006-09-30 16:17:11 · answer #2 · answered by aviophage 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
your basic restrictions are -- meat on friday's. if you are of age (16-70 think) and in good health - you are also to fast on fridays. that is 3 meals -- 1 large meal and 2 smaller meals that make up the same as the larger (not in product just quantity). now this doesn't mean go out and splurge on fridays with lobster ; )
when i was little i would also give up candy - heck i'm an adult and still give up candy, chocolate and one other items usually - the entire 46 days and let me tell you the sweetest thing is coming home after sunrise services on Sunday and enjoying a big old piece of chocolate! during that time it's also a time for self sacrifice - some do it via helping others and charitable works - the choices are endles. during the fasting and abstaining you come to find a more keen awareness of your faith, the first time i fasted it was horrible but -- now i look forward to it - just becuase it's an offering to God and His sacrifice for me.
you also should "party like a rock star" during Lent as (again) it's a time for realizing Christ's Passion.
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2006-09-30 16:31:40 · answer #3 · answered by Marysia 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
During Lent, most Catholics are obligated to fast and abstain from eating meat on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday. Fasting means having only one small meal. You may also have two small snacks if it's necessary. You must also abstain from eating meat on all Fridays during lent. Young children, pregnant women, the elderly and those who are ill are exempt from this Lenten obligation.
Catholics are also encouraged to do penance for our sins during Lent. Many people give up things like television, sweets, alcohol, and caffeine. You can also commit to extra prayer such as daily mass and reciting the rosary.
Lent is a preparatory time to reflect on our humanity and express sorrow for our sins. It can help you focus on thankfulness to the Lord for opening the gates of heaven through His passion, death and Resurrection.
2006-09-30 16:02:51 · answer #4 · answered by Caritas 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There are 2 Fasting days during Lent - Ash Wednesday and Good Friday. Meat is not supposed to be eaten on those days. Your main meal of the day should not be big...you could eat macaroni and cheese as your biggest meal and your other meals should be lighter. You are permitted to eat fish in place of meat.
2006-09-30 15:54:40 · answer #5 · answered by judirose2001 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are no dietary guidelines except abstaining from meat on fridays of Lent, and partial fasting on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday.
2006-09-30 15:54:18 · answer #6 · answered by PaulCyp 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Catholics typically abstain from meat on Fridays, with the exception of fish.
2006-10-02 12:37:32 · answer #7 · answered by Daver 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Anything except meat on Fridays.
2006-09-30 15:52:00 · answer #8 · answered by Phoenix, Wise Guru 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Fish..soups..water.. wine...NO meat of any kind...and you should eat less
2006-09-30 15:52:46 · answer #9 · answered by babo1dm 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Keep it simple and stay away from alcohol
2006-09-30 15:51:39 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋