Gita And Food

In the Bhagavad Gita much importance is given to food. This includes eating, drinking, way of living, etc.

- Murarilal Dhanuka

In the Upanishads (parts of different branches of Vedas) it is mentioned, ‘As is the food, so is the mind.’ Therefore, a man should eat pure food, because it purifies the mind. Much importance is given to the place, seat, serene atmosphere where the person eats his food. Before eating a person should keep in mind the following -

1. Food should be pure.

2. Feelings and thought of the cook also should be pure and good.

3. From health point, the person should wash both the hands before eating.

4. He should sit on a clean, pure seat.

5. He should first offer the food to the Lord by reciting verses of his liking.

If a person, having a meal has evil propensities, such as hatred, envy, jealousy, fear and greed, his food is not digested well and he suffers from indigestion. Therefore he should remain calm and pleased.