‎The Christians Of The East ✞ ن‎ on Instagram: "The Feast of Kiahk is a 43-day period of spiritual preparation for Christmas in the Coptic Orthodox Church. It includes fasting, where people avoid animal products like meat and dairy, as they prepare for the birth of Christ. The fast also honors the miracle of Mokattam Mountain. During this time, churches hold special midnight praises, with hymns focused on St. Mary and the coming of Christ. The season is marked by prayer, repentance, and reflecti