Kanyakubja Brahmins

    The history of the Brahmin community in India begins with the Vedic religion of early Hinduism, now often referred to by Hindus as Sanatana Dharma. Brahmin (Brāhmaṇa, ब्राह्मणः) is the class of educators, law makers, scholars and preachers of Dharma in Hinduism. It is said to occupy the highest position among the four varnas of Hinduism.

    Historically, Brahmin philosophers and priests have played a key role in defining and giving meaning to the Hindu way of life, and holding together the diverse elements of society against onslaught of other religious ideas and dogmas, formidable task indeed.

    It is a misconception that brahmins are only priests. Only a subsect of brahmins were involved in the priestly duties. They also took up various other professions since late vedic ages like doctors, writers, poets, land owners, ministers, etc. Some parts of India were also ruled by Brahmin Kings.

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