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7 Animals with Spiritual Significance
Holy Cows
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In Hinduism, the cow is a symbol of food and life. Vedic scripture dictates they should be treated “with the same respect as one’s mother.” They should never be killed or eaten. Cows are a symbol of the earth. They provide so much nourishment—in the form of milk for food and dung for fuel—and need little in return. Although Hindus do consider the cow as sacred, they do not worship bovines; they simply regard them as one of God’s gifts. In rural India, a cow is considered the most generous and pious of all gifts. and is often traded in the form of dowry.
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