BEWARE OF THE MEAT THAT YOU EAT
Master Jun Hong Lu: All of you must know that when an animal is about to be slaughtered, it would be experiencing strong feelings of resentment. Such negative emotion is no different from when a soldier witnesses the killing of his fellow soldier on the battlefield. He would derive a strong determination to take revenge and this is when the body produces an extremely intense yearning and toxins.
Similarly, animals such as cows and pigs will release toxins when they are about to be slaughtered. This is how Mad Cow Disease came about. Why do you think there are so many mysterious animal-related illnesses such as foot-and-mouth disease? Those who consume such meat will develop illnesses that are unheard of. This has to do with the adverse effect produced by those animals that are about to be slaughtered. As their endocrine system goes haywire, toxins are released in their bodies and when you eat their meat, you will surely be poisoned. It’s on this ground that many environmental organisations are dedicated to protecting animals.
Source: Master Jun Hong Lu’s Buddhism In Plain Terms (Radio Program), Volume 2 Chapter 12
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