Yet, if the holy eat, no sin is done. So, it can be stated that those who take life are in fault, but not the persons who eat the flesh. The monks have permission to eat whatever food it is customary to eat in any place or country, so that it be done without the indulgence of the appetite, or evil desire. A Buddha does not have the authority to prevent any other person from killing a living creature. Any person is entitled to do anything as he wants, and he will be responsible for and receive by himself the result as well.
All creatures own their respective action.
The view and attitude shown by the Gotama Buddha in facing the problems of Vegetarianism is the most prudent wisdom produced by a great man in this world. At one time, he paid a visit to the Master. In these three cases, I, Jivaka, say that meat may not be used. In these three cases I, Jivaka, say that meat may be used. If a householder invites them to partake of food, they will accept it consciously, anything dedicated to them.