1. Refrain from taking life – Not killing any living being. For Buddhists, this includes animals, so many Buddhists choose to be vegetarian.
2. Refrain from taking what is not give – Not stealing from anyone.
3. Refrain from the misuse of the senses – Not having too much sensual pleasure. For example, not looking at people in a lustful way or committing adultery.
4. Refrain from wrong speech – Not lying or gossiping about other people.
5. Refrain from intoxicants that cloud the mind – Not drinking alcohol or taking drugs, as these do not help you to think clearly.
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