Orthodox Christian: In the East, Christmas is preceded by a 40 day fast beginning on November 15th. This is a time of reflection, self-restraint and inner healing in the sacrament of confession.
Center for Religion, Spirituality, and Social Justice
Christmas Fast
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November 15, 2012 (All day) - December 24, 2012 (All day)
November 15, 2013 (All day) - December 24, 2013 (All day)
November 15, 2014 (All day) - December 24, 2014 (All day)
November 15, 2015 (All day) - December 24, 2015 (All day)
November 15, 2016 (All day) - December 24, 2016 (All day)
November 15, 2017 (All day) - December 24, 2017 (All day)
November 15, 2018 (All day) - December 24, 2018 (All day)
November 15, 2019 (All day) - December 24, 2019 (All day)
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