Why Don't Krishna Devotees Eat Onions?
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According to ancient Ayurvedic principles, food is classified into three categories, and onions are considered to fall into the 'tamasic' and 'rajasic' modes. This forms the central reason why Krishna devotees, particularly those in the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), do not eat onions or garlic. This dietary choice is a core component of their spiritual practice aimed at cultivating purity and devotion.