The Significance of Eating in the Torah

“Kashruth, similar to the observance of all other mitzvot, affects one’s character…

One who lives by Torah/Jewish law is learning to overcome his desires in favor of G-d’s desires…

One who can set aside his own wishes in favor of G-d’s, will also be able to set aside his wishes in favor of the needs of others, and thus will ultimately become a better human being – less selfish and less greedy.”