Brahmin

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A Brahmin (pronunciation is Brahmann) is a member of the Hindu priestly caste. The word is related to, but not to be confused with, the Hindu religious conception of the transcendent and immanent supreme soul, "Brahman".

The word Brahmin is said to literally mean One who has realised or attempts to realise Brahman. The traditional duties of this caste include studying Hindu religious scriptures of Vedas and preserving them in memory and transmitting them orally to the next generation. Additionally, they were also the philosophers, contributing to Hindu Philosophy and religion. The priests of Hindu temples are also from this caste. In India, in ancient times they also served as spiritual advisors of Kshatriya Kings.

In Hinduism, Brahmins are regarded to be the highest order caste.

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Other meanings

The Boston Brahmins are a group of aristocratic families in the New England region of the United States. Their name is derived from that of the caste.

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