Why do Mormons eat meat sparingly?

What meat do Mormons eat at Christmas?

Yes, but they are cautioned to eat meat sparingly.

God forgives us if we kill animals?

Only if it is for meat, or self defence. But it also says that we should eat meat sparingly.

What did Benjamin Franklin mean when he said cheese and salty meat is sparingly to eat?

moderation is above all thing

Why do Mormons eat meat?

The LDS (Mormon) scripture called "The Word of Wisdom" was prescribed in the mid 1800's as a code of dietary health. The code includes abstaining from strong drink (alcohol), hot drink (coffee and tea), and tobacco. It also recommends eating meat "only in times of winter or famine", eating plenty of grains and herbs, and fruits.It was originally a recommendation and not a commandment. Many years later, LDS leaders announced that members should consider the ban on the addictive substances (coffee, tea, and tobacco) binding as a commandment, explaining that those who had been addicted had been given time to overcome their addiction and extended the ban to any illicit drug use as well.The eating of meat, however, was never elevated to the level of commandment.***** The reason Mormons eat meat is because it contains essential nutrients for a healthy body - in other words, the same reason why anyone else eats meat.The answer above is incorrect. The commandment regarding the eating of meat by Mormons was and is a commandment, and was better answered in another question and answer on this site: "Mormons do eat meat, but part of the Word of Wisdom says"Yea, flesh also of beasts and of the fowls of the air, I, the Lord, have ordained for the use of man with thanksgiving; nevertheless they are to be used sparingly;And it is pleasing unto me that they should not be used, only in times of winter, or of cold, or famine."This is found in Doctrine and Covenants, section 89, verses 12 and 13.I'm new to this and don't know how old this question is, but for anyone who stumbles upon this to understand mormonism and meat I wanted to clarify this a bit. The quote is accurate, but to further the answer think of how often a modern day Mormon finds him/herself in a time of winter/cold/famine and in need of meat to survive, which is what the commandment is meant to signify. Beyond those scenarios meat "should not be used" which is to say that for any Mormon not starving to death they ARE commanded not to eat meat. This passage also states that this commandment is to be followed by the LEAST of the Mormons (saints) meaning this is the bare minimum. Now, most Mormons do not follow this as it is prescribed, which is unfortunate, but true, and requires a separation of true Latter Day Saint religion from the culture. The religion requires members not to eat meat unless starving, and therefore be at least vegetarian if not vegan. The culture unfortunately shows that most Mormons eat meat with every meal, so the short answer to the question is no, Mormons cannot eat meat, unless starving that is, but in direct violation of their own commandments, they do.

What is flexitarian?

This is the practice of seriously limiting the amount of meat one consumes, but still following the vegetarian diet most of the time. By reducing meat consumption, one still receives most of the health benefits associated with the vegetarian diet, while also enjoying the culinary freedoms enjoyed by those who regularly eat meat. Some people will eat meat once a week, once a month, or even more sparingly. Others will eat meat only when it's offered to them, such as at dinner parties or at restaurants. Others just try to eat as little meat as they can, in whatever way works best for them.

What is a flexitarian?

This is the practice of seriously limiting the amount of meat one consumes, but still following the vegetarian diet most of the time. By reducing meat consumption, one still receives most of the health benefits associated with the vegetarian diet, while also enjoying the culinary freedoms enjoyed by those who regularly eat meat. Some people will eat meat once a week, once a month, or even more sparingly. Others will eat meat only when it's offered to them, such as at dinner parties or at restaurants. Others just try to eat as little meat as they can, in whatever way works best for them.

Who was the first person to discover eating meat?

No one know exactly when humans began eating meat, but it probably began millions of years ago. Chimpanzees - our closest relatives, and who share 98% of our DNA - also eat meat. They eat meat sparingly though, and it composes only 1% of their diet. A majority of their diet is composed of fruits.

What meat you eat?

i don't eat meat

Do Mormons eat port?

I will assume you mean pork, not port, and yes, members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (commonly called "Mormons") do eat pork, as well as all other kinds of meat. In fact, I'm a Mormon and I just ate pork for dinner! :) The Word of Wisdom (the Mormon Health Code) says this about meat: "Flesh of beasts and of the fowls of the air, I, the Lord, have ordained for the use of man with thanksgiving, nevertheless they are to be used sparingly; and it is pleasing unto me that they should not be used, except in times of winter, or of cold, or famine." (Doctrine and Covenants 89:12-13) Mormon scripture also says that "Whoso biddeth to abstain from meats, that man should not eat the same, is not ordained of God. For, behold, the beasts of the field and the fowls of the air, and that which cometh of the earth, is ordained for the use of man for food and for raiment." (Doctrine and Covenants 49:18-19 - compare to 1 Timothy 4:3-4) Because of this, many Church members try to cut back on their meat consumption, but most still eat it nearly every day. There are some Mormons who are vegetarians, too!

Are animals that eat meat?

If they just eat meat then yes. If they eat meat and plants then they are omnivores == No. If an animal eats mostly meat it is a Carnivore. A herbivore can also eat meat, but the primary diet will be plants. Herbivores and Omnivores can also eat meat.

Did the hopi eat meat?

Yes. They did eat meat.

Do Methodist followers eat meat during Lent?

It is not required to eat meat or not eat meat during Lent.