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Brahman
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A Passage to India

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Definition:
the supreme spirit found in Hinduism

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highest rank in the traditional Hindu caste system (more correctly spelled, Brahmin)
Although less correct, this word (Brahman) is often used for Brahmin (highest rank in the traditional Hindu caste system) because in Sanskrit they are spelled "brahmán" and "bráhman" respectively. Brahman is associated with god Brahma.