RULE FIVE
The Worth of a Man Lies in What He Puts into His Mouth
All things come together in the sign of Nourishment. As we are tubes that consume and excrete, it is only fitting that we give much attention to what people put in their mouths.
It is the way of things that creatures will consume one another, and man is a predatory creature. That said, is it right to consume meat without acknowledging that what we are eating had to give up its life for our meal?
Special awareness should be given to the consumption of mammals. Although the tastiest dishes are made from animals killed with great cruelty, these foodstuffs should be avoided. Animals that display a high enough level of cognition (dogs, pigs, cats, dolphins, mice, rats, other apes, monkeys, etc.) should only be killed and eaten under outrageous circumstances.
Watch how people eat. Does this person eat quickly, with his bowl close to his mouth like a peasant? Or does he leave his food unattended for long periods of time, like someone who is accustomed to plenty? Do they consume psychoactive substances to the point of excess for no discernible reason, or is every medication thought out in advance?
Further; does his interest lie in this world, or is he aspiring to be a part of something bigger than himself? What creative exhibitions does he choose to consume? Is he interested in being more aware of his environs, or does he want to dull himself to the world. These are all important touchstones by which one can discern the nature of those one is surrounded by.
The Worth of a Man Lies in What He Puts into His Mouth
All things come together in the sign of Nourishment. As we are tubes that consume and excrete, it is only fitting that we give much attention to what people put in their mouths.
It is the way of things that creatures will consume one another, and man is a predatory creature. That said, is it right to consume meat without acknowledging that what we are eating had to give up its life for our meal?
Special awareness should be given to the consumption of mammals. Although the tastiest dishes are made from animals killed with great cruelty, these foodstuffs should be avoided. Animals that display a high enough level of cognition (dogs, pigs, cats, dolphins, mice, rats, other apes, monkeys, etc.) should only be killed and eaten under outrageous circumstances.
Watch how people eat. Does this person eat quickly, with his bowl close to his mouth like a peasant? Or does he leave his food unattended for long periods of time, like someone who is accustomed to plenty? Do they consume psychoactive substances to the point of excess for no discernible reason, or is every medication thought out in advance?
Further; does his interest lie in this world, or is he aspiring to be a part of something bigger than himself? What creative exhibitions does he choose to consume? Is he interested in being more aware of his environs, or does he want to dull himself to the world. These are all important touchstones by which one can discern the nature of those one is surrounded by.
IAO
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