Death carries off a man busy picking flowers with an besotted mind, like a great flood does a sleeping village.
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Meat is not agreeable to the wise: it has a nauseating odor, it causes a bad reputation, it is food for the carnivorous; I say this, Mahamati, it is not to be eaten.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote suggests that wise individuals should avoid meat due to its unpleasant nature and potential negative consequences.
In this quote, Gautama Buddha expresses a philosophical stance on the consumption of meat, highlighting that it is not suitable for wise individuals. He points out the unpleasant aspects associated with meat, such as its odor and the social stigma that may arise from its consumption, advocating for a vegetarian lifestyle as a more ethical and healthier choice.
Themes
WiseMeatEthicsHealthDiet
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about ethical eating, this quote can illustrate the importance of choosing a vegetarian lifestyle.
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