- The Buddha taught that all sentient beings are really a part of one original whole organism. Therefore, when one kills another, they are actually killing a part of themselves.
- Five contemplations while eating lead you to, "think about where the food came from and the amount of work necessary to grow the food, transport it, prepare and cook it and bring it to the table."
- "Ahimsa refers to the compassionate, non-violent treatment of animals and all sentient beings. Not only does the practice of ahimsa keep the Buddhist on the right path, it also enforces a 'better life and better health'."
- "He who lives only for pleasures, and whose soul is not in harmony, who considers not the food he eats, is idle, and has not the power of virtue - such a man is moved by MARA (evil one), is moved by selfish temptations, even as a weak tree is shaken by the wind."
- Food provided is a necessity and a healing agent for the body, and you are subject to illness without the food.
- A son of the Buddha shall not eat the flesh of any sentient beings. If he eats their flesh, he shall cut off great compassion, as well as the seed of Buddhahood within him.
- One should remember that food is only received and eaten for the purpose of "realizing the Way," or a part of the means-to-an-end to reach enlightenment.
- Five Moral Precepts
- No killing
- No stealing
- No sexual misconduct
- No lying
- No partaking of intoxicants
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