Why so many religions fast — from Muslims to Hindus to Buddhists to Catholics and Latter-day Saints
Besides feeding the soul, participants say, it can increase empathy those those whose hunger is not a choice.
(Bethany Baker | The Salt Lake Tribune) Muslims pray at the Utah Islamic Center in West Jordan during Ramadan in late February. Prayers and fasting are essential parts of the holy month.
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