Principles of food consumption in Buddhist scripture

Abstract

This academic article aims to study the principles of food consumption in Buddhist scriptures. The results of the study found that knowing the limits in 2 ways: 1) knowing the limits of receiving, that is, receiving only the right amount, just enough for consumption, 2) knowing the limits of consuming, that is, consuming in moderation, not too little or too much. Knowing the limits of consuming the four requisites is a practice of mindfulness, not being greedy, not harming oneself and others, aiming to strive to develop one's life, knowing how to make a living appropriately, not being discouraged in striving, and having a good life goal. Considering the use of the four requisites aims for humans to live their lives based on only the necessary needs, not being extravagant, which will cause waste of resources and poverty. The Lord Buddha taught us to consider before, during, and after consuming in order to be mindful of consumption.