Why Do Orthodox Christians Fast 40 Days During Great Lent?

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Why Do Orthodox Christians Fast 40 Days During Great Lent?

Watch Father Tom Zaferes and Father Nebojsa Pantic from the Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Ascension in Oakland, California explain the importance of fasting during Great Lent.
Video-Source: https://youtu.be/ZuV7NFEMWvw

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