Taco Tuesday and Sabbath Spirit

Tuesdays may be for tacos, but the Sabbath is for proclaiming God’s favor to all who are in need.

Every day of the week has a particular spirit. A distinctive state of mind.

Start with Fish Friday. This comes out of the Catholic tradition of avoiding meat on Fridays. For centuries, many Catholics have abstained from eating warm-blooded animals on that day, as a way of honoring the sacrifice of Jesus on Good Friday. No beef, pork, chicken or turkey — just fish.

Then you have Steak Saturday. This observance goes in the opposite direction, with people enjoying a thick, juicy, grilled steak.

How about Sunday Roast? This British tradition revolves around a big meal including roast meat, vegetables and gravy.

And then there is Meatless Monday, often associated with vegetarian or vegan meals.

But what about Taco Tuesday?

“No one really knows who first came up with the idea of Taco Tuesday,” writes Jeff Beer in Fast Company magazine (March/April 2024). It is not rooted in an ancient Christian tradition, nor is it connected to a modern desire to eat a vegan diet.

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