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ये वाले वीडियो सभी को दिखाओ || आचार्य प्रशांत (2023)
प्रकृति
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Spirituality
Veganism
Compassion
Bhagavad Gita
Upanishads
Ego
Shri Krishna
Animal Welfare
Description

Acharya Prashant explains that the primary reason people fail to convince others to adopt veganism is that they start from the wrong place. He emphasizes that veganism is merely a single drop from the vast fountain of spirituality. Instead of rushing to change someone's diet, one should first introduce them to the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita and the Upanishads. When a person understands spirituality, they naturally develop love and compassion, making the transition to veganism effortless. Without spirituality, veganism often becomes just another form of ego or hypocrisy, which can ultimately harm the cause. He clarifies that his teachings are not about health advice or being a 'master chef' who dictates what to eat. His concern is not with an individual's personal health choices but with the exploitation and suffering of innocent animals who cannot defend themselves. True compassion arises only when the heart is awakened through spiritual proximity to figures like Shri Krishna. Acharya Prashant warns that forcing veganism on someone who is not spiritually grounded will only lead to resistance and hostility. Therefore, the focus should always remain on spiritual liberation first, as it naturally leads to ethical living and the cessation of cruelty.