Purohita
Purohita. Early functionary in Aryan India, who counselled the ruler, especially through ritual techniques. The best-known purohita in post-Vedic times was Kauṭilya, to whom Arthaśastra is attributed. See also VASIṢTHA. In the Vedic period, the purohita was also an advisor at all levels of sacrifice, and could be the officiant.
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