Should the #Dharmics be vegetarians? Buddha was not a #vegetarian, and he achieved nirvana. Let us visit The Bhumi Pledge, that advocates mindful eating and a less harmful diet for the planet. It emphasizes the principle of ahimsa (non-violence) found in various religious texts and philosophies. The pledge is presented as a practical step towards reducing one's impact and aligning with a more compassionate way of living that reduces violence in this day and age where the industrial slaughter of animals is rampant and growing.