Food of Sinful Demons: Meat, Vegetarianism, and The Limits of Buddhism in Tibet (Studies of the Weatherhead East Asian Institute, Columbia University)

Name: Food of Sinful Demons: Meat, Vegetarianism, and The Limits of Buddhism in Tibet (Studies of the Weatherhead East Asian Institute, Columbia University)
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Explore the complex intersection of Tibetan Buddhism and diet in this compelling study. Discover how historical debates surrounding meat consumption and vegetarianism reveal the profound influence of cultural norms on religious practices. Barstow meticulously unpacks the tension between Buddhist ethics, compassion, and the realities of Tibetan life, from medicinal beliefs to social customs and economic factors. Essential for scholars and enthusiasts of Tibetan religion, cultural history, and global food practices, this book offers a novel perspective on the spiritual and social dimensions of eating.

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