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Fasting cleanses the soul, raises the mind, subjects one\u2019s flesh to the spirit, renders the heart contrite and humble, scatters the clouds of concupiscence, quenches the fire of lust, and kindles the true light of chastity.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

St Augustine<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fasting is the support of our soul: it gives us wings to ascend on high, and to enjoy the highest contemplation \u2026 God, like an indulgent father, offers us a cure by fasting.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

St John Chrysostom<\/p>\n\n\n\n

God hides the prize of Eternal Glory<\/strong>
in our mortifications.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

St Jane Frances Chantal<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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