The other day there was an article in the Times regarding the UP government’s directive that eateries should display the names of the owners. There were various comments about it. My comments below were published:
Hindus believe that the food you eat impact your mind. Food that comes from gross violence impacts you negatively.
Meat, fish and eggs are therefore not consumed by practising Hindus. There is an elaborate ritual in
the preparations of good.
Food that is made in anger or to feed someone reluctantly also impacts the consumer negatively.
Food therefore should be made lovingly and happily. Hindus also offer the food first to God. That way it is blessed.
The utensils also have to be uncontaminated. Food prepared in mixed kitchens where meat is prepared along with vegetarian food also carries the negative vibes of dead animals and therefore should be avoided.
Food eaten lovingly, without anger, which is plant based would give the consumer all the positive vibes. It would nourish the soul of the consumer.
Before beginning to eat a prayer should be done. Thanking God for the food and thanking all those who have helped bring the food to your table. From the farmer to the person who has prepared the food for you.
It is therefore necessary for Hindus on pilgrimage to be assured that the food they are getting served is, ‘pure’. In UK too a majority of Vegans and Vegetarians avoid, ‘mixed ‘restaurants.
Nitin Mehta
23 July 2024
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