Because James Coburn
was a Buddhist
he was never
a fast foodist..
The gentle man
donned villains' robes
and made people cry
but in reality he
would not harm
a human bird or fly
Author's Notes/Comments:
Vegetarian World
published by Bill and Lillian Blanchard and
edited by Scott S Smith
mentioned James Coburn's
Buddhist nonviolent
commitment which included
not only human and animal
but also insect rights.
What about plant rights? Are they beneath Buddhist dignity? Should I feel guilty about my next bowl of porridge?
I'm curious, what rights do insects have?
My Secret River