How many times did Jesus fast in the Bible? As a faithful Jew, Jesus would have participated in regular fasting practices prescribed by Jewish law and custom. The Day of Atonement (Yom Kippur) was a time of fasting for all adult Jews. some devout Jews in Jesus’ time fasted twice a week, as mentioned in the parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector (Luke 18:12). Psychologically fasting can be a powerful tool for spiritual growth and self-discipline. Jesus likely…

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