Meat eating in the Bible?

In the Bible, there are references to meat eating, particularly in the Old Testament where animal sacrifices were a common practice in ancient Jewish culture. In the book of Genesis, God gives permission for humans to eat meat after the flood, saying, "Every moving thing that lives shall be food for you. And as I gave you the green plants, I give you everything" (Genesis 9:3).

In the New Testament, there are also references to meat eating, such as in the story of Jesus feeding the 5,000 with fish and bread (Matthew 14:13-21). However, there are also passages that promote vegetarianism or abstaining from certain meats, such as in Romans 14:21 where it says, "It is good not to eat meat or drink wine or do anything that causes your brother to stumble."

Overall, the Bible does not explicitly condemn or condone meat eating, but rather emphasizes the importance of moderation, gratitude, and consideration for others in our dietary choices.