Meal Gratitude

This food is the gift of the earth, the sky, the sun and much hard work. May we live in a way that is worthy of this food. May we transform our unskillful states of mind, especially ignorance, fear, lust, anger, sloth and delusion. May we eat only foods that nourish us and prevent illness. May we accept this food for the realization of the way of understanding and love.
- Mahayana Buddhist Blessing (paraphrased)

“If people knew the results of giving and sharing … Even if it were their last bite, their last mouthful, they would not eat without having shared, if there were some being to receive their gift.” - Sakyamuni Buddha, Itivuttaka Sutta