Yes, plants have life and plants are also the children of God.. It would be best if we cause no harm to other organisms. But, it is not practical. That's why second alternative is to minimize harm. It requires less violence to eat vegetables than to eat animals. We can see it in scientific basis as well since animals have highly developed nervous system.
Further, Krishna only accepts vegetables products not meat products. That's why we should offer only best things which Krishna accepts We should first of all offer plant products (there are exception) to him and remnants should be taken. Doing this the vegetable products become pure and Karma free.
Further, Krishna only accepts vegetables products not meat products. That's why we should offer only best things which Krishna accepts We should first of all offer plant products (there are exception) to him and remnants should be taken. Doing this the vegetable products become pure and Karma free.