viprān

 In Sanskrit, "viprān" is the accusative plural 

form of "vipra," meaning "Brahmins" or "wise 

sages."

Grammatical Context

The word "vipra" (विप्र) is a masculine noun in Sanskrit, typically 

referring to a Brahmin, a wise or learned person, or a sage. The 

accusative plural form is "viprān" (विप्राण्), used when referring 

to multiple Brahmins as the object of an action in a sentence 

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For example:

• Singular: vipraḥ – the Brahmin (nominative case)
• Dual: viprau – two Brahmins
• Plural Nominative: viprāḥ – Brahmins (subject of sentence)
• Plural Accusative: viprān – Brahmins (object of sentence) 

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Usage in Literature

The form "viprān" occurs in classical Sanskrit texts like the 

Mahābhārata and Śrīmad Bhāgavatam, where it typically 

denotes groups of Brahmins or sages involved in ritual, teaching, 

or narrative actions. For example, in Śrīmad Bhāgavata Purāṇa 

Canto 4a, "viprān" refers collectively to Brahmins who are being 

addressed or acted upon in a context of spiritual or ritual 

significance 

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Summary

• Root word: विप्र (vipra) – Brahmin, wise person
• Form: viprān – accusative plural (used as the object in 
• a sentence)
• Meaning: "Brahmins" or "wise sages" when referring to multiple 
• individuals
• Typical context: Vedic literature, epics, and Puranic texts where 
• Brahmins participate in religious, educational, or advisory roles 

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Thus, "viprān" should be understood as "the Brahmins (as objects 

of action)" in Sanskrit texts, reflecting both its grammatical role 

and cultural-religious significance.