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Bhutto: "All Muslims should take to Vegetarianism"

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Posted 12-28-2007

When tragedy strikes at such a large scale as with the assassination of Former Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto and death of 20 others, it’s impossible to ignore its impact. A colleague sent me the following quote by Ms. Bhutto that I did think readers of this blog would find interesting and worth passing along. “A Vegetarian diet keeps me fit in spite of the strains of office. All Muslims should take to Vegetarianism, or otherwise the livestock would not be found."Over six years ago I wrote an op-ed for my college school paper titled “For peace’s sake, stop eating meat”. I might not agree with everything I wrote six years ago, but I still believe that there’s a strong relationship between the respect we give both our human and animal companions on this planet. Is it so hard to just be kind?If Ms. Bhutto’s words do inspire you to explore vegetarianism here’s a free Vegetarian Starter Kit to help you along the way.- Joel

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Recent Comments

carol commented:

Jan 22, 2008 11:30 AM

for people cocerned with plant life doest nature itself show you the creator of all this or nature shows you when you lookat a plant doest it just becon you to pick it and eat of it with its colors and attaractiness or else it will just perish anyway idnt think animal lifebecons you to kill it and eat it all animals fight back as much as possible
chiranjit karar commented:

Jan 14, 2008 1:16 AM

no religion ever allows any sort of cruelty to animals. it is very good and hopeful to know that few religious clerics are preaching non violence towards animals. i firmly belive that this type of persons will soon help to creat people's good attitude towards animal nation.
Jim Beam commented:

Jan 7, 2008 3:23 PM

Just because she was a vegan doesn't mean that she was compassionate. She like her father supported corruption torture and even murder.
Atul Shah commented:

Jan 3, 2008 11:30 AM

Naskai I read your concerns along with helpful notes from other readers. I would strongly suggest that it is easy to become Vegetarian. You have lot of choices for the foods. and you would not lose anything for trying. I am positive that you would repent for not trying but surely would repent for not trying. Just try it for all good and valid reasons. Good luck. If you have further specific questions please send on this blog. atul shah
Atul Shah commented:

Jan 3, 2008 11:22 AM

Ms. Bhutto was killed is unfortunate event. But she was simply political person looking for power. Her husband is popularly known as Mr. Ten Percent. Meaning he is corrupt and demanding 10 kickbacks for using his position during Ms Bhutto's rule in Pakistan. He was also sentenced for taking bribes. I seriously doubt she was vegetarian. Her killing like other killings should be opposed. Atul Shah
rojo commented:

Jan 3, 2008 10:52 AM

nasaki becoming a vegetarianvegan is a personal decision one you should base on your own preogitive. Since religious claims invariably cancel each other out it is your convictions that matter. You have to do it to please yourself not others. Fear not plants have no reason to feel pain in the way we perceive it. Their reactions are limitedthey can't step back run away or rest an injured part so it would be an unnecessary adaptation to feel pain as we do. What we feel as pain are nerve impulses that our brains decipher as avoidable threat. eg hand away from hot don't put weight on broken leg etc.
rojo commented:

Jan 3, 2008 9:50 AM

Jonathan it's not sceptisism about Bhutto's morality but rather on the ethics of Petaveg groups as to whether or not this is factual. Where is the logic exactly? madhvi problem is it seems very few are aware of her diet. Just the chosen vegan sites apparently.
Carolyn commented:

Jan 3, 2008 9:42 AM

Hey nasaki plants dont feel pain. I am a vegan because animals in the wild can stay with their mothers longer play express natural behaviours roam around see and feel sunlight before they are eaten by prey. Human prey isnt allowed. I know things may happen in the wild where the animals may be in pain for along time but this would maybe only be half the time. At least the animals have had the experience and chance to hopefully do the above and live in a pain free way for however long or short it is. I am also a vegan because of its good effect on the environment.
madhvi commented:

Jan 3, 2008 1:54 AM

People here who think that Bhutto was an angel should read more about her... she might have been the lesser of the three evils but she was no saint. in fact she was quite a corrupt woman... i did not know she was vegetarian though...
Dana commented:

Jan 2, 2008 1:42 PM

Naskai My ancestors like yours did they had great respect for nature only took what they absolutely needed and used every single part of the animal. Times have changed a lot since then and now we can survive quite well with out using anything that causes animals suffering or harm. Unfortunately in todays world people do not have the sensitivity or respect for animals that our ancestors did. As for plants they do not have a central nervous system and a lot of people once they learn you are a vegetarian or vegan will throw this plants have feelings too crap in your face...You will never see a carrot running down the road screaming because you cut it. As for religion the best thing to do is know that your God would not approve of factory farming no matter what is written within the Bible. Going vegetarian or vegan is a personal choice we all make for many different reasons..dont use religion to justify it or you will get yourself confused instead do it for your own convictions and know that not wanting to harm any of Gods creatures is a plus... People on both sides of the fence will interpret religion to their way of thinking so the best thing to do is keep your faith...and follow what is in your own heart... Just know that the inner peace you find with not eating any living creature is very rewarding... Best of Luck

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