Flesh Quote by Benjamin Franklin
““My refusing to eat flesh occasioned an inconveniency, and I was frequently chided for my singularity, but, with this lighter repast, I made the greater progress, for greater clearness of head and quicker comprehension. Flesh eating is unprovoked murder.””
About This Quote
Source Essay: Letter to a Friend, 1760
Choosing a lighter diet improves mental clarity and moral reasoning, viewing meat consumption as unnecessary violence.
In simple terms: Eating less meat sharpens mind and ethics.
Key Takeaway
Adopt a plant‑based diet for clearer thinking.
Themes
ethics
diet
clarity
Mood
thoughtful
reflective
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal health
- environmental activism
- academic study
- daily meals
Key Concepts
vegetarianism
moral philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How does diet affect your decision‑making?
- What ethical concerns arise from eating meat?
A Different Perspective
May be socially challenging or nutritionally insufficient without planning.
