Notes and References 1 Tribe (Lat., tribus: the tripartite division of Romans into Latins, Sabines, and Etruscans), a social group bound by common ancestry and ties of consanguinity and affinity; a common language and territory; and characterized by a political and economic organization intermediate between small, family-based bands, and larger chiefdoms. Some anthropologists believe that tribes developed when more stable and increased economic productivity, brought on by the domestication ... Discover Brahmanism - its origins, sacred texts, rituals, caste system, and its role in shaping Hinduism. A complete guide to this ancient Indian spiritual tradition. Brahmin (/ ˈbrɑːmənə /; ब्राह्मण) is a varna (class) the highest caste in Hinduism specialising as priests, teachers (acharya) and protectors of sacred learning across generations. [1][2] Brahmins were traditionally responsible for religious rituals in temples, as intermediaries between temple deities and devotees, as well as rite of passage rituals such as solemnising a wedding with hymns and prayers. [2][3] Theoretically, the Brahmins were the highest ranking of the ... A Brahmin is a member of the highest caste or varna in Hinduism. The Brahmins are the caste from which Hindu priests are drawn, and are responsible for teaching and maintaining sacred knowledge.
