Synopsis: Today’s episode is an amalgamation of insights spurred by my (non-halachic) 48-hour fast on the 11th of Av, following our observance of Tishah b’Av on the 10th of Av. Special thanks to Marta bas Baisos and R’ Tzadok.
Related Rabbi Schneeweiss Content:
- My Experience Fasting for 48 Hours on the 9th and 10th of Av (article version + podcast version)
- A Stoic Perspective on Tishah b’Av
- Seneca - Letter #18: On Festivals and Fasting (Part 1)
Sources:
- Seneca, Letter #18: On Feasting and Fasting
- Gittin 56a
- Mishlei 28:14 (cited on Gittin 55b)
- Epictetus, Enchiridion (The Handbook) Chapter 50
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