Fast Day (Noun)
Meaning
A day designated for fasting.
Classification
Nouns denoting time and temporal relations.
Examples
- The Jewish community observed a fast day to atone for their sins and seek forgiveness from God.
- In many cultures, a fast day is a time for spiritual reflection and self-discipline.
- The church declared a fast day to pray for the victims of the natural disaster.
- During the holy month of Ramadan, Muslims observe a fast day from dawn to sunset.
- The ancient Greeks would often declare a fast day before a major battle to seek the favor of the gods.