Veganism: Honoring Savve Jiva through Kaya to Complete Micchami Dukkadam
The components of Savve Jiva and Kaya bring wholesness to the idea of Paryushan and Pratikraman. It is not only about expressing our thoughts for all beings, including animals other than humans, but doing so THROUGH OUR BODILY ACTIONS that is essential and irreplaceable. Right at the outset, I will
Savve Jiva is completely missing from consideration when we perform actions through our Kaya. But on the positive side, it is worth acknowledging that we have the power to change that it is much simpler than we think.
Veganism and Vigai
Simply avoid meat or root vegetables is not sufficient adherence to the teachings of Tirthankars. Moving towards Nirdosh Aahar, which excludes dairy because of the painful suffering it causes is essential. The first step on that journey is to stop harming five sense animals by moderating and eventually eliminating the consumption of animal-derived vigais.