Fasting

Fasting, the art of self-control,

A practice ancient, yet so bold,

To abstain from food, a sacrifice,

And for some, a spiritual device.

It is not easy to go without,

The stomach grumbles, the mind in doubt,

But with determination and will,

The body and soul, one can still.

Fasting is not just about hunger,

It is a journey, a soulful wonder,

A time for reflection, a time to pray,

A chance to focus, in a meaningful way.

For some, it is a cleansing process,

A way to rid the body of excess,

For others, it is a spiritual quest,

A way to connect, and be at rest.

Fasting, a test of our inner strength,

A time to grow, and to extend,

Our hearts and minds, beyond ourselves,

And to connect with the Divine, on higher shelves.

So let us fast, with a humble heart,

And let our souls, be set apart,

For in this act, we find a way,

To grow in faith, and to live each day.