Malankara Orthodox Valiya Nombu Namaskaram Pdf «2025-2026»

The Sacred Observance of Valiya Nombu: A Complete Guide to the Malankara Orthodox Lent and Accessing the Namaskaram PDF

• Confession and repentance: suggested examination of conscience
• Almsgiving and works of mercy (practical ways to serve during Nombu)
• Quiet practices: contemplative prayer, icon veneration, incense

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The Theology and Practice of Valiya Nombu Namaskaram in the Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church

• Complete Fast (until noon or sunset): Many faithful eat only one full meal per day, typically after evening prayers (3:00 PM or sunset). No food is taken from midnight until that time.
• Vegan Diet: No meat, fish, eggs, dairy (milk, cheese, butter, yogurt), or oil-based foods (some allow minimal oil for cooking vegetables).
• No Alcohol or Snacking: Abstain from alcohol, sweets, and any snacks between meals.
• Sundays: Sundays are not strict fasting days (they commemorate the Resurrection), but the Lenten spirit is maintained. Oil and wine are permitted.
• Holy Week: More intense fasting – some keep a complete dry fast (no food or water) on Good Friday until evening service.