Jati often is taken to mean tribal identity. Ancient scholars used the word जाति to denote a category or a variety. Later it become a social construct which denotes the tribe into which one is born in. In today’s context it is sometimes equated with the word caste. Another term Varna is often used to denote an individual’s inclination that puts them in pursuit of different things.
The Niralamba upanishad is one of the most important Upanishad. It is a Samanya Upanishad - one which is applicable for the general audience. Meaning the answers are direct and not couched in any symbolism.
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