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Which of these is NOT one of the Five Precepts in Buddhism?

  • Vegetarianism

  • Not killing

  • Not stealing

  • Not lying

Answer

The Five Precepts are basic ethical guidelines for Buddhists, which include not killing, not stealing, not engaging in sexual misconduct, not lying, and not consuming intoxicants. Vegetarianism, although encouraged in some Buddhist traditions, is not one of the Five Precepts.
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