Dormition post

Orthodox believers are observing one of the strictest fasts - the Assumption Fast. It lasts two weeks - from August 14 to 28.

The Dormition Fast was established in honor of the Mother of God, who, having learned of her repose, especially labored and fasted, although being holy and immaculate, she had no need for fasting.

The Assumption Fast is considered strict. It is not as strict as the Great Fast, but more strict than the Petrov and Nativity fasts. According to the Church Charter, you cannot eat meat, dairy products, eggs and even fish.

Both the Great and Assumption fasts are especially strict regarding entertainment: in imperial Russia, even civil laws prohibited public masquerades, spectacles, and performances during the Great and Assumption fasts.