Special Topics
The Historical Development of Buddhist Vegetarianism
Practicing Vegetarianism to Cultivate Compassion Vegetarianism is especially promoted in Chinese Buddhism. The principle is rooted in practicing the Buddhist precept of non-killing (ahiṃsa), which can help practitioners cultivate a compassionate mind. Nowadays, it has become a new trend to turn vegetarian or vegan for health purposes, as well as for the protection of animals and the environment. Vegetarianism may be a personal choice, but it certainly concerns the lives of other sp...
Why Become a Vegetarian?
People adopt a vegetarian lifestyle for a variety of reasons. While for some, it's to fulfill their vows, for others, it's to have a slim and healthy body; still others, for the sake of the environment and animal welfare. Vegetarianism is closely linked with religious belief and the majority of Buddhists are vegetarians. For Compassion Buddhism promotes vegetarianism out of compassion. Giving up meat can help relieve the suffering of animals. Many Buddhist stories and fa...
Vegetarian Recipes
French Cocoa Banana Crepe 【Ingredients】 one ripe banana one crepe chocolate chunks to taste nut butter to taste cinnamon powder to taste cocoa powder to taste a little oil 【Steps】 1. Defrost the crepe at room temperature. Slice the banana. 2. Fold the crepe in half and unfold it. Spread nut butter on the crepe and place the banana slices and chocolate chunks on the upper area. Sprinkle some cocoa powder and cinnamon powder on the top. 3. Fold the crepe ...