The therm Brahmahathi is normally used to denote the sin accruing by the killing od Brahmin.
It need not be taken literally.It denotes this as well as the cardinal sins that are committed.
By definition the term ‘Brahmin‘ means ‘one who has Realized Brahman, The Ultimate Reality’.
Other than this the attributes of a Brahmin are
Studying the Vedas
Imparting Vedas.
Performance of the Yagnas.
Performing Yagnas for others.
Not Saving anything for himself , to the extent of not keeping any thing even for the next Meal and doing Uncha vruththi for Livelihood.
Praying for the World .
Brahmahathi accrues to one for the sins that befall one for the following.
Neglect of Parents.
Indifference to Guest.
Disrespect to Teachers.
Infanticide.
Preventing one from Helping others.
Arson.
Poisoning.
Grabbing others,Wealth and Wife.
Killing.
Please refer’ aathathaayee’ Srimad Bhagavad Gita,Cahp2,sloka 36.
To atone this sin, one may visit Tiruvidaimaruthur,Tamil Nadu ,have Darshan of the Brahmahathi and perform Archana to Lord Mahalinga.
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