A document outlining periods of abstinence from food and drink observed by adherents of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church. The specified document provides dates and guidelines for these fasting periods in the year 2025, often in a portable document format. As an example, it would detail the start and end dates of Lent (Tsome Abiy), as well as other fasts such as the Fast of the Apostles (Tsome Hawariat) and the Fast of the Assumption (Tsome Filseta).
Such a resource is crucial for members of the Ethiopian Orthodox community, enabling them to properly observe the church’s traditions and maintain their spiritual discipline. These periods of fasting hold significant religious importance, serving as times for prayer, repentance, and spiritual reflection. Historically, the Ethiopian Orthodox Church has maintained a rigorous fasting schedule, with adherents observing approximately 200 fasting days each year. Access to a clear and accurate schedule assists in the planning and execution of these observances.
