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“Every individual who eats flesh food, whether an animal is killed expressely for him or not, is supporting the trade of slaughtering and contributing to the violent deaths of harmless animals.” quote by Philip Kapleau
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“Every individual who eats flesh food, whether an animal is killed expressely for him or not, is supporting the trade of slaughtering and contributing to the violent deaths of harmless animals.”

Philip Kapleau

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Eating meat, regardless of source, indirectly sustains the slaughter industry and causes unnecessary animal suffering.

In simple terms: Eating meat supports animal killing.

Key Takeaway

Consider reducing or eliminating meat consumption.

Themes

ethics animal rights environment diet

Mood

reflective concerned

Type

ethical philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal meals
  • restaurant choices
  • policy advocacy
  • education campaigns

Key Concepts

utilitarianism compassion industrial agriculture

Questions to Reflect On

  • What alternatives can satisfy nutritional needs?
A Different Perspective

If meat is sourced ethically, does it still perpetuate harm?

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