Animal Quote by A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada
“Indulgence in animal killing for the taste of the tongue is the grossest kind of ignorance”
About This Quote
Source Scripture: Bhagavad Gita commentary, 1972
Killing animals for taste reflects profound ignorance of life's sanctity.
In simple terms: Eating meat shows deep ignorance.
Key Takeaway
Choose compassion over taste.
Themes
ethics
compassion
vegetarianism
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
spiritual
ethical
When to use this quote
- dietary choices
- cooking
- ethical education
Key Concepts
spirituality
animal rights
Questions to Reflect On
- Can taste be replaced by empathy?
- What barriers prevent adopting a plant‑based diet?
A Different Perspective
Cultural traditions may conflict with compassionate choices.
