WORLD HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -The traditional occupation of Brahmins is that of priesthood at Hindu temples or at socio-religious ceremonies, and the performing of rite of passage rituals such as solemnising a wedding with hymns and prayers. Traditionally, Brahmins are accorded the highest ritual status of the four social classes.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Brahmin are allowed to follow any profession, but no one except a Brahmin can become a priest. Members of this Varna tend to be strict vegetarians. It is a socio-spiritual obligation to feed Brahmin at ceremonies. Brahmin men have more freedom then Brahmin women.

Detailed explanation-3: -Brahmins were entitled to do rituals, pujas, and execute sacrifices from the other castes. Hence, this caste was entitled to read, write, and study. They basically made all the rules and regulations of the society as they were well-versed in Vedas. The second caste in the Varna caste system was the Kshatriyas.

Detailed explanation-4: -The brahmins were seen as the most knowledgeable and entrusted with imparting the knowledge to all the people. They were considered “Gurus” who had Ashrams (schools) of their own in which they tutored the people of other Varnas. The Kshatriyas were the warrior clan and worked as administrators.

Detailed explanation-5: -Many believe that the groups originated from Brahma, the Hindu God of creation. At the top of the hierarchy were the Brahmins who were mainly teachers and intellectuals and are believed to have come from Brahma’s head. Then came the Kshatriyas, or the warriors and rulers, supposedly from his arms.