The Eritrean/Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahdo Easter (fasika)

By Senait B Tsaeda

This book describes the Orthodox Tewahedo Church's Easter, known as Fasika, which is one of the most important holidays in the Eritrean and Ethiopian churches. The celebration begins with a 55-day fasting period called Great Lent or Aby Tsom, during which people abstain from meat, dairy, and rich foods, and engage in spiritual reflection, repentance, and self-discipline. The book explores the three parts of the Lenten fast: Tsome Hirkal, Tsom Arba, and Himamat. It also delves into the eight Sundays of Lent, each with its unique theme and significance. The book emphasizes the importance of prayer, charity, and attending special church services during Lent. The final Sunday, Hosanna/Palm Sunday, commemorates Jesus' last journey to Jerusalem, and the book describes the procession with palm branches. The book concludes with a discussion of Holy Week: Passion Week, which is a period of fasting and reflection observed by the Eritrean/Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church, lasting for seven days and believed to commemorate the passion, suffering, and death of Jesus Christ.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0BXNDT99Q
• ISBN13: 9798386846435
• Release Date: March 2023
• Publisher: Independently published
• Length: 35 Pages
• Weight: 0.27 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.5" x 0.1" x 8.5"