My question relates to fasting, feasting, and Orthodopraxis in regards to popular culture. I'm sure many of you have heard the stories of the "old days," either told in great respect or some annoyance that in older Orthodox families, during Lent and other fasting periods pianos were shut, radios turned off, and TVs banned in each household. This, of course, with the intention of fasting from entertainment as well as food. To me, this makes sense as a logical extension of bodily abstention. In Russia I hear that theatres, bars, and clubs were closed during Lent by the state. Not to say that it should be compulsory, but as far as fasting and entertainment goes, what are your thoughts?
And how about the weekly Judas and Crucifixion fasts?
And how about the weekly Judas and Crucifixion fasts?