Food For the Gods: Vegetarianism and The World's Religions, author Rynn Berry
"Food for the Gods is a fascinating investigation into the world's great religions. The result is a banquet for the tastebuds of the mind."
— Jack Kroll, Senior Editor, Newsweek
In ten illuminating essays followed by fascinating conversations with vegetarian religious thinkers, Food for the Gods answers such questions as:
- Why were so many of the founders of the world's great religions vegetarians?
- Was Jesus a vegetarian?
- Did the Buddha die from eating rotting meat?
- Which are the most ecologically sensitive religions?
- What is the future for vegetarianism and religion in the new millenium?
"Rynn Berry has created a memorable feast for mind, body and soul. Food for the Gods makes a tasty and terrific gift for the cook who has everything, including a lively curiosity and an adventurous culinary spirit."
— Lorna Sass, author of Lorna Sass' Complete Vegetarian Kitchen
Food for the Gods contains numerous delicious vegetarian recipes:
- Taste the mouth-watering recipes of vegetarian master chef Brother Ron Pickarski.
- Savor the cuisine of the first woman to gain access to the sacred temple kitchens of southern India.
- Learn the culinary secrets of the Taoist vegetarian tradition.
- Discover the world's great religions with your mind and your palate.
- Food for the Gods is food for the mind and a feast for the senses.