The Philosopher

The Philosopher read Vedanta. Heard about Jainism. Read Gandhi. Read Buddha. The Philosopher enjoyed Chiken Tikka.

It is a sin to harm any being.

The Philosopher became a vegetarian.

I dont harm any being.

But is not killing vegetables also violence?

The Jain texts answer this - vegetables feel less pain.
I do less violence at least.

Then he read more on Buddhism.

It is not bad to eat animals who have died naturally - as no violence is involved.

The Philosopher is confused. The desire for that taste, is still strong.

Then he met a Muslim girl. She was a vegetarian.

What! A Muslim, a young girl, a vegetarian!

The Philosopher is dumbfounded.

Why?

"Because I feel pity for the animal."