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the priestly class in Hinduism is known as brahmins, they are at the top of Caste System and they carry out all teaching and priestly activities in the society. brahmins are believed to be direct descendants of brahma himself.
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What is the Sanskrit name for the priestly class in traditional Hindu society?
Brahmin
The priestly class of Indian society was?
The Indian caste system was divided into five different classes (varnas): Brahmins, Kshatriyas, Vaishyas, Shudras and Dalits (the "Untouchables", who were excluded from the caste system all together) The Brahmins were the priestly class that focused primarily on reading the religious scriptures (Vedas). Today the caste system is illegal in India, but those born into the Brahmin caste are still venerated and given privileges.
The third ranked class Indian society or commoners?
Vaisyas
Who is JD priestly?
J.B. Priestley (not JD Priestly) was a British novelist, playwright, and social commentator. He is known for his works such as "An Inspector Calls" and "Time and the Conways". Priestley's writing often focused on morality, society, and class issues.
What is the many factor affecting Indian society?
Lots of things divide Indian society gender,religion and class. Just like an other society in the world
How did Vedic religious beliefs shape the organization of Indian society?
The religion divides people into four types, the priestly caste, the warrior caste, the merchant caste, and the worker caste.
The priestly caste in India is known as?
In the Indian caste system, the Brahmins are considered the â??priestly casteâ??. Priests, teachers, technicians and artists are professions within the Brahmin class. There are several requirements to being Brahmin. They are Brahmin status on both sides of the family. They also must be virtuous as well as learned.
Why did china not have an organized religion or a priestly class?
because they're filthy chinks
What kind of name is Cohen?
It derives from the name of the Hebrew priestly class; the kohanes.
Effects of Indian cinema on Indian society?
effects of Indian cinema on Indian society
How did the Indian caste system differ from the Chinese society?
if som1 from a lower class insulted you in the Chinese system you could rape their daughter in public. no joke look it up.
Who was at the top of ancient Egyptian society?
It depends on which society. There were hundreds of ancient societies. Usually the top classes are described as aristocracies. Priestly classes could also be part of the top social layer or even the top class, as with the Hindu Brahmins .
