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      02-18-2010, 02:53 PM   #40
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Originally Posted by Craven 328 View Post
It originated in Christianity as a whole (as a religious aspect), and is/was observed by every denomination until the Martin Luther started the protestant reform (not MLK)

after that, Catholics still observe it and are the more popular choice, along with Lutherans, Anglicans, Methodists and a couple other sects.

Originally it was a necessity to fast because of crop cycles WAY back in like the 1500's.. there was a space where food was short and rationed while the new crops came in, then someone incorporated it into faith and picked up fasting and prayer as a way to get ready for a baptism.

History lesson for you guys lol
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