What is the Daniel Fast?
The Daniel Fast is a 21-day partial fast inspired by the prophet Daniel. In Daniel 1, he and his friends ate only vegetables and drank water for ten days to stay faithful to Yahweh. Later, in Daniel 10:2–3, he mourned for three weeks, eating “no choice food; no meat or wine.”
This fast is not about rules but about setting aside rich or indulgent foods to focus more fully on prayer, humility, and devotion to Elohim.
This fast is not about rules but about setting aside rich or indulgent foods to focus more fully on prayer, humility, and devotion to Elohim.
Purpose of the Daniel Fast
- To refocus your life on Elohim by removing distractions.
- To practice self-control and spiritual discipline.
- To pray for personal renewal, church unity, and breakthrough.
- To remember that “man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of Elohim” (Matthew 4:4).
Foods You May Eat
- Fruits: fresh, frozen, dried, or juiced (apples, bananas, berries, melons, citrus, etc.)
- Vegetables: fresh, frozen, or cooked (leafy greens, squash, carrots, broccoli, potatoes, etc.)
- Whole Grains: brown rice, quinoa, oats, whole wheat pasta, tortillas, popcorn.
- Nuts & Seeds: sunflower seeds, cashews, peanuts, almond butter.
- Legumes: beans, lentils, peas, chickpeas.
- Oils: olive oil, canola, sesame, grapeseed.
- Other: herbs, spices, tofu, soy products, seasonings.
- Beverages: water only (spring, distilled, or purified).
Foods to Avoid
- Meat and animal products (beef, chicken, pork, fish, eggs, dairy).
- Sweeteners (sugar, honey, syrups, molasses, artificial sweeteners).
- Leavened bread and baked goods.
- Processed/refined foods (white flour, white rice, preservatives, artificial additives).
- Fried foods (chips, fries, fried meats).
- Solid fats (shortening, margarine, lard).
- Beverages (coffee, tea, sodas, energy drinks, alcohol).
How to Approach the Daniel Fast
- Begin with prayer: ask Elohim what you should focus on during the 21 days.
- Plan your meals in advance to stay consistent.
- Use the extra time for prayer, worship, and reading Scripture.
- Journal your reflections and any breakthroughs you experience.