Vedic Index of Names and Subjects v1.c3.s11.1092
Vedic Index of Names and Subjects v1.c3.s11.1092
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v1.c3.s11.1092
The connexion of the Kṣatriyas with the Brahmins was very close. The prosperity of the two is repeatedly asserted¹¹ to be indissolubly associated, especially in the relation of king (Rājan) and domestic priest (Purohita). Sometimes there was feud between Kṣatriya and Brahmin.¹² His management of the sacrifice then gave the Brahmin power to ruin the Kṣatriya by embroiling him with the people¹³ or with other Kṣatriyas.¹⁴