Quote by Plutarch, The Eating of Flesh

But for the sake of some little mouthful of flesh, we deprive a soul of the sun and light and of that proportion of life and time it had been born into the world to enjoy.http://www.bravebirds.org/plutarch.html

But for the sake of some little mouthful of flesh, we depriv

Summary

This quote reflects on the ethical implications of consuming animal flesh. It highlights the idea that by indulging in the sensory pleasure of eating meat, humans are essentially disregarding the welfare and lives of animals. The quote suggests that this selfish act comes at the expense of the animal's right to live a natural and full life, enjoying the world and experiences it was meant to have. The intention is to prompt reflection on the moral and philosophical consequences of our choices as consumers.

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By Plutarch, The Eating of Flesh

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