Jewish vegetarianism

Jewish vegetarianism is a commitment to vegetarianism that is connected to Judaism, Jewish ethics or Jewish identity.[1][page needed] Jewish vegetarians often cite Jewish principles regarding animal welfare, environmental ethics, moral character, and health as reasons for adopting a vegetarian or vegan diet.[2]

  1. ^ Labendz, Jacob Ari; Yanklowitzy, Shmuly (March 25, 2019). Jewish veganism and vegetarianism : studies and new directions. Albany, N.Y.: State University of New York Press. ISBN 9781438473611. OCLC 1041228582.
  2. ^ Mary L. Zamore, ed. The Sacred Table: Creating a Jewish Food Ethic (New York: CCAR Press, 2011).