Eating animals and their derivatives is often mistaken for a natural behavior, but in reality, it is a forced compliance behavior, not an inherent part of our nature. In a society where eating animal flesh and their derivatives (milk, eggs, honey, etc.) is normalized and encouraged daily, it is often not until we grow older…
In recent years, there has been a growing interest in the concept of higher states of consciousness and their profound impact on our lives. This elevated state of awareness is often associated with respect, feelings of love, compassion, and a sense of oneness with all living beings. These qualities are also at the heart of…
We live in a world where societies are blind to their own moral deterioration, which shows up in their social sadism. This moral decay manifests in the way we treat each other, leading to conflicts that could otherwise be avoided. Cultural differences and beliefs often play a significant role in wars and conflicts. Cultural differences…
In a world where borders and territories often define our identities, it’s easy to forget a fundamental truth: humans are one. The divisions we create, whether through lines on a map or cultural differences, are artificial constructs that pale in comparison to our shared humanity. Fighting over land, resources, or power is not only foolish…
On June 4th, 2024, Hayek Hospital in Sin El Fil, Lebanon, hosted the “Why Vegan Conference – 2024 Edition,” organized by the Lebanese Vegans NGO. The event attracted over 400 participants eager to explore the vegan lifestyle and its effects on health, the environment, and animal welfare. Let’s delve into the key moments of this…
Intersectionality, with its recognition of overlapping oppressions, has enriched our understanding of social justice movements. Yet, incorporating animal rights into this framework presents unique challenges. Let’s explore the potential benefits and drawbacks of intersectional advocacy for animal rights, navigating the tension between enriching the perspective and diluting the focus. While intersectionality broadens our perspective, it…
As human beings, we spend most of our lives functioning in states of low consciousness, where what we’re principally concerned with is ourselves, our self-interests, and our cravings. Our mind has been discreetly conditioned for all these years through an invisible, destructive belief system that is derived from human illusions with no basis in reality.…
عندما نتأمل في العلاقة بين المرأة والرجل، وكذلك بين البشر والحيوانات، من الضروري أن نعيد النظر في الفهم التقليدي الذي يربط وجود هؤلاء الكائنات بالخدمة أو الاستغلال. هذه الفكرة التقليدية التي تروج بأن المرأة والحيوانات وُجدوا فقط لتلبية احتياجات البشر تعكس تصورات قديمة وغير دقيقة عن مكانة الإنسان والطبيعة فيما يتعلق بالمرأة، يجب أن نُقر…
عندما نتحدث عن عيد الأضحى، يتبادر إلى أذهاننا تقاليد قديمة تتعلق بذبح الحيوانات وتوزيعها على الفقراء. ولكن في عصرنا الحالي، يشكل ذبح الحيوانات تحديًا أخلاقيًا ومعضلة تتعلق بمعاناة الحيوانات والاستفادة منها معاناة الحيوانات في سياق التضحية ليست مجرد قضية عابرة، بل هي مسألة تحتاج إلى اهتمام وتفكير جاد. فالحيوانات تعاني من ظروف قاسية ومعاناة لا…
Lebanon is one of the countries that joined the global movement of the National Animal Rights Day (NARD) on June 4th, 2023. This day is dedicated to honoring the lives of the billions of animals who are exploited and killed by humans every year, and to celebrating the progress that is being made towards ending…
