Q.: Has the body any value to Self?
M.: Yes, it is through the body’s help that Self is realised.
Q.: What about diet?
M.: Food affects the mind, makes it more satvic (alive, vibrant, rhythmic), for the practice of any kind of yoga.
Vegetarianism is absolutely necessary.
Q.: Could one receive spiritual illumination whilst eating flesh foods?
M.: Yes, but abandon them gradually and accustom yourself to satvic foods.
However, once you have attained illumination it will make less difference what you eat, as on a great fire it is immaterial what fuel is added.
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