This lesson dives into the meaning of Biblical Fasting. In early ages men ate according to production of the earth and success of the hunt. Thus, fasting was often compulsory and looked on as the will of the gods. Men in almost every culture came to believe that willing abstinence from food would please their gods. In the Law, we find the expression “HUMBLE (AFFLICT) YOUR SOULS” implying the sacrifice of personal will. This gives to fasting all of its value! Fasting is "Negative" for the flesh but "Positive" for the Spirit!