Apostles' Fast 2026: Orthodox Christians Prepare for Strict Dietary Rules
Apostles' Fast 2026: Orthodox Christians Prepare for Strict Dietary Rules
Apostles' Fast 2026: Orthodox Christians Prepare for Strict Dietary Rules
Orthodox Christians will begin the Apostles’ Fast on June 8, 2026. This period of fasting, also called the Peter and Paul Fast, honours the holy apostles Peter and Paul. It follows a strict set of dietary rules until July 11. The fast starts one week after Trinity Sunday and runs until the eve of the Feast of Saints Peter and Paul. During this time, believers avoid meat, eggs, and dairy. Instead, they eat plant-based foods, fish, seafood, nuts, and honey.
On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, the use of vegetable oil is restricted. Alcohol is only permitted on Saturdays and Sundays. The fast lasts from June 8 through July 11 in 2026.
The Apostles’ Fast requires careful meal planning for those observing it. The restrictions on certain foods and oils apply for over a month. The fast concludes just before the celebration of Saints Peter and Paul.
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