Yadav or Jhadhav (Hindi: यादव, yādava) is an Indian caste that claims descent from Yadu. Yadavas have been mentioned as one of the panchjanya tribes in ancient Vedic texts. In Indian history, particularly with reference to the Vedic Period, the Yadavs had a glorious past and Yadavs were known for their bravery and diplomatic wisdom. Yadavs are said to be "naturally" predisposed to fight. The yadav-kshatriyas are considered to have not only a pred...
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Yadav or Jhadhav (Hindi: यादव, yādava) is an Indian caste that claims descent from Yadu. Yadavas have been mentioned as one of the panchjanya tribes in ancient Vedic texts. In Indian history, particularly with reference to the Vedic Period, the Yadavs had a glorious past and Yadavs were known for their bravery and diplomatic wisdom. Yadavs are said to be "naturally" predisposed to fight. The yadav-kshatriyas are considered to have not only a predisposition to fight, but also to govern.
Yadavs (Ahir)s, who are located in many different parts of India and Nepal, generally follow Vaishnav traditions, and share Dharmic religious beliefs. Traditionally, the Yadavs are classified under the Kshatriya varna in Hinduism.
According to Ibbetson, Bingley & Joon (Famous Historians)
In Hindu ancient history, Yadvas are the descendants of Yadu, the eldest son of King Yayati. Yayati removed Yadu from the succession because he rebelled against Yayati's wishes. Jarasandh, Kansa's father-in-law, and...
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