ISKCON PANDAVA SENA
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Your guide to Krishna Consciousness basics.
Vegetarianism
Eating in the mode of goodness
OVERVIEW
Vegetarianism in Krishna Consciousness goes beyond ethics—it's about what can be offered to Krishna. The Lord accepts only pure, sattvic foods prepared with love. A devotee eats only prasadam, which means a vegetarian diet is essential.
KEYPOINTS
Krishna only accepts vegetarian offerings (Bg 9.26)
Eating meat creates karma and binds one to material existence
Sattvic foods promote clarity, health, and spiritual advancement
Avoid onion and garlic—they are in the mode of passion and ignorance
Devotee diet: grains, fruits, vegetables, dairy, and natural sweets
PRACTICAL TIPS
Learn to cook delicious vegetarian meals—prasadam should be wonderful!
Stock your kitchen with sattvic ingredients
Find local sources for fresh vegetables and quality dairy
Explore the vast variety of Vedic cuisine
Host prasadam feasts to share with friends and family
FROM THE SCRIPTURES
"If one offers Me with love and devotion a leaf, a flower, fruit or water, I will accept it. (Bg 9.26)"
