Question

Why does Buddhism require a strict vegetarian diet?

Answer 1

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Buddhist vegetarianism is the belief that following a vegetarian diet isimplied in the Buddha's teaching. ... The Mahayana schools generally recommend a vegetarian diet; according to some sutras the Buddha himself insisted that his followers should not eat the flesh of any sentient being.

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Answer 2

Many people equate Buddhism to vegetarianism. Buddhists believe that life is sacred and that killing sentient beings is unjust. For many religions and even people, choosing vegetarianism is the way to live a more peaceful life. By avoiding meat, vegetarians avoid spreading violence.

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