Bura Brahmin

The Maha Brahmin are a Brahmin caste found in the state Uttar Pradesh,Rajasthan,Haryana etc. in India. They are known as Acharya Brahmins.[1]

Origin

The Maha Brahmin are the funeral priests of Hinduism, as such occupy a low status within the larger Brahmin caste. . This includes receiving offerings from the deceased family ten days after the death. The offerings are known as das gatra. According to the community’s tradition,At present time most of them Have left receiving offerings from the deceased family ten days after the death.At present most of the persons are studying and having govt.jobs.some of them have their own business. Mainly they are originated in Ujjain in Central India.[1]

Present Scenario

Though earlier regarded foremost among Brahmins, the present condition of Maha Sect has deteriorated.

Present circumstances

The Maha Brahmin are strictly endogamous, and practice village exogamy. They speak Haryanvi among themselves and Hindi with outsiders.[1]

See also

Brahmin

References

  1. 1 2 3 People of India Hayana Volume XXIII edited by M.L Sharma and A.K Bhatia pages 104 to 109 Manohar
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