Dietary Customs of Hinduism
Ben Janosky - B Block
Overview of Hinduism Dietary Laws
Most people that practice Hinduism are vegetarian, but some follow the religions dietary laws with different levels of strictness. All Hindus do not eat beef, which is prohibited, but many hindus also refrain from eating foods such as other meat, fish, poultry, eggs, alcohol and caffeine. Hindus believe that food is a gift from god and that it should be respected. One ritual involving this belief is the offering of food before a meal. Other rituals include sprinkling water around the food and eating food in a clean place. Hindus also believe that serving food to the needy is good. Hindus fast on holy days and on certain festivals in order to purify themselves. In Hinduism, food also plays an important role in celebrating birthdays and marriages.
Samosa
Fried puff pastry stuffed with spicy vegatables
Lassi
yogurt drink, usually made with fruit
Sabji
spiced vegetable dish
Bibliography
Websites:
"Hindu Dietary Practices: Feeding the Body, Mind and Soul." Hindu Dietary Practices: Feeding the Body, Mind and Soul. N.p., n.d. Web. 22 Dec. 2014.
"Hinduism and Food." Hinduism, Food and Fasting. N.p., n.d. Web. 22 Dec. 2014.
"Hinduism." Faith in Food. N.p., 13 Oct. 2010. Web. 19 Dec. 2014.
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