Greek Orthodox Lent 2024 Rules. Orthodox christians observe several fasting periods throughout the liturgical year, including the great lent, the nativity fast, the apostles' fast, the dormition fast, and most wednesdays. During orthodox lent, the faithful are called to embrace a fasting regimen that is not only about abstaining from certain foods but also about a holistic approach to spiritual cleansing and discipline.
These six weeks are themselves preceded by the meatfast, which begins on the monday after the sunday of the last judgment. Holy week follows, along with the great and holy week.