Abstract
A survey questionnaire was sent to 254 churches in the United States. An analysis of the answers of those giving a positive reply indicates that a great apostasy has taken place regarding the true Christian fast. Only a few small, independent churches seem to even approach Christ's ordained fast.
It is claimed that great health benefits arise from wise periodic fasting. A physiological section analyzes the effects of fasting.
A historical section presents the most important teachings and happenings of Gandhi, early reformers and practioneers, native races of America, U.S. presidents and state governments, early Christian history, and all large world religions.
Degree
MA
College and Department
Religious Education; Church History and Doctrine
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BYU ScholarsArchive Citation
Johnson, Alan P., "A Comprehensive Comparison of Christ's Teachings on the Doctrine of Fasting and the Ancient and Present Day Practices Thereof" (1960). Theses and Dissertations. 4831.
https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/etd/4831
Date Submitted
1960
Document Type
Thesis
Handle
http://hdl.lib.byu.edu/1877/etdm378
Keywords
Jesus Christ, Teachings, Fasting, History of doctrines
Language
English
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