Definition of "ahimsa" []

• A Buddhist and Hindu doctrine expressing belief in the sacredness of all living creatures and urging the avoidance of harm and violence. (noun)

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• "As for the actions of the pie-throwers, most vegans subscribe to a philosophy known as ahimsa, which is non-violence towards humans as well as animals."
• "In the Vedic tradition, however, the word possesses a much broader meaning: 'Having no ill feeling for any living being, in all manners possible and for all times is called ahimsa, and it should be the desired goal of all seekers.'"
• "It's called ahimsa or nonviolence toward other living entities."