Israeli Bodybuilder in India Shares His Spiritual Breakfast Ritual
Israeli living in India for 17 years shares his breakfast 'as a vegetarian bodybuilder and follower of Sanatan Dharma'
Hindustan Times
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Tamal Krishna Kripa Das, an Israeli bodybuilder living in Mayapur, West Bengal, India since 2009, shares his unique breakfast routine that combines physical fitness with spiritual devotion. His morning meal preparation emphasizes cleanliness, aesthetic presentation, and offering food to the Lord, reflecting his commitment to Sanatan Dharma.
- 01Tamal Krishna Kripa Das moved from Israel to India in 2009 and practices Sanatan Dharma.
- 02His breakfast routine emphasizes cleanliness and aesthetic presentation as part of spiritual devotion.
- 03Food is offered in prayer before consumption, transforming it into prasadam.
- 04Tamal's diet aligns with WHO recommendations for a balanced breakfast.
- 05He maintains a traditional Vaishnava appearance, including a tilak and sacred tulsi beads.
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Tamal Krishna Kripa Das, a professional bodybuilder originally from Israel, has been living in Mayapur, West Bengal, India, since 2009. He shares his breakfast routine on social media, highlighting how he merges physical fitness with his spiritual practice as a follower of Sanatan Dharma. His morning meal preparation begins with ensuring cleanliness, as he believes all food must be washed thoroughly to remove any impurities. Tamal emphasizes the aesthetic presentation of his breakfast, which includes a colorful assortment of fruits such as mango, orange, papaya, dragon fruit, and grapes. Before eating, he offers the food to the Lord at his home altar, believing this transforms it into prasadam, which nourishes both body and spirit. His diet is in line with World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines, which advocate for a balanced breakfast that includes staples, protein, vegetables, and fruits. Tamal's lifestyle is further reflected in his traditional attire, including a tilak, tulsi beads, and a dhoti, showcasing his devotion to Lord Krishna.
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