Are NAYI Brahmins?

They acts as the Brahmin’s assistant, and to the lower castes, who cannot employ a Brahmin, they are the matrimonial priest. They also act as executive priest for the famous Jagannath temple. The important part which they plays in marriage ceremonies has led to them becoming the matchmaker among all respectable castes.

Why are Brahmins called Brahmins?

Brahmin came from the term Brahman, which is a magical force. The name Brahmin was given to the first trained priest who held a sacrifice. After the end of the Vedic period in 1000 BC, the term “Brahmin” became universally known as the term for all members of the priestly class.

What are some of the common misconceptions about Brahmins?

A common misconception that is spread by certain dravidian groups is that Brahmins are alien to Tamil society and place sanskrit on a higher pedestal ( which is blatantly false – i come from a family with a rich Tamil legacy, and Tamil for us is more precious than any other language – because it carries our culture and identity).

Who are the Brahmins of Tamil Nadu?

Tamil Brahmin. Tamil Brahmins, are Tamil-speaking Brahmins primarily living in Tamil Nadu, although a few of them have settled in other states like, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala and Karnataka.

What is a Parpanar in Tamil society?

I do not know much about contemporary Tamil society, but from what i have heard from elderly people in our community – parpanar was a derogatory term used by certain members of the Dravidian movement ( to demean Tamil brahmins ).

What is the difference between Parai and Brahminism?

Saying, ‘I am a Brahmin’ is like putting a board on your door saying, ‘sacred women live here’ as if the rest of the neighbours are doing prostitution. Parai is music, a dance form, an art form that includes the music for the war declaration.