Dormition Fast 2027
Dormition Fast 2027
Sunday, August 1, 2027 – Saturday, August 14, 2027
The Dormition Fast is a strict two-week fast before the Dormition of the Theotokos on August 15, relaxed for fish on the Transfiguration (August 6).
In 2027 the Dormition Fast lasts 0 days, from Sunday, August 1, 2027 to Saturday, August 14, 2027. Old Calendar parishes keep it from August 14 to August 27 on the civil calendar.
Fasting rules at a glance
"Strict Fast" means no meat, dairy, eggs, fish, wine or oil; "Wine and Oil Allowed" and "Fish Allowed" relax that rule. Follow your parish and spiritual father's guidance — see the Orthodox fasting guide for what can be eaten.
Dormition Fast 2027, day by day
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