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The collection presents essays, epigrams, and correspondence that challenge meat-eating as morally and religiously inconsistent, arguing that taking animal life contradicts compassion and true piety. The author criticizes scriptural passages that sanction slaughter, contrasts humane teachings with customary dietary practices, and urges vegetarianism as a philosophical and ethical duty grounded in conscience and the Golden Rule. Sections include testimonials, questions and answers, admonitions, and rebuttals addressing common defenses of flesh consumption.
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