Why Catholics Forgot Fasting — And How to Bring It Back

Charles Botensten

Most Catholics today fast only twice a year — but for centuries, fasting was a central part of Catholic life. In this review of The Definitive Guide to Catholic Fasting and Abstinence by Matthew Plese, we explore the forgotten discipline that shaped saints, nations, and centuries of tradition. From the Black Fast of the Early Church to modern minimalism, this video walks you through 2,000 years of fasting history and why reclaiming it matters today.We cover: - The Early Church and Black Fast - Monastic fasting rules and Ember Days - Medieval rigor and canon law - Post-Vatican II minimalism - How today’s Catholics are voluntarily reviving traditional fastingTIMESTAMPS00:00 – Understanding Catholic Fasting07:14 – Fasting in History14:44 – 500–1500: Fasting Evolves21:40 – Reformation’s Impact29:11 – Modern Fasting TodaySuggest Topic: https://jotform.com/251673988124063https://iCharles.comhttps://instagram.com/botenstenhttps://tiktok.com/@botenstenhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/botenstenHIS REAL ESTATE BUSINESSWork With Us: https://bit.ly/m/WorkWithBPIhttps://youtube.com/bpinyc https://www.instagram.com/bpi.homeshttps://www.tiktok.com/@bpi.homeshttps://www.botensten.comABOUT CHARLESCharles Botensten lives & works in Manhattan. He is the founder of residential real estate agency BPI (https://www.botensten.com). Passions are God, triathlons, family, and books.ABOUT HIS BUSINESSBotensten Properties International is a real estate firm located in Manhattan. Founded in 2014 by Charles Botensten, BPI specializes in the purchase, sale, and marketing of residential properties. Our team of experienced agents has a deep understanding of the market and passion for helping clients find their dream homes. We are committed to providing clients with a seamless and stress-free real estate experience. If you are looking for a firm that can help you buy, sell, or market your property, BPI is the perfect choice for you. We have the experience, expertise, and are dedicated to achieving our clients' real estate goals and exceeding their expectations.