A paṇḍit, pundit or panda (Devanagari: ) is a scholar, a teacher, particularly one skilled in Sanskrit and Hindu law, religion, music or philosophy. In the original usage of the word, 'Pandit' refers to a Hindu, almost always a Brahmin, who has memorized a substantial portion of the Vedas, along with the corresponding rhythms and melodies for chanting or singing them. Religion Pundits or pujaris are hired to chant Vedic verses at yagyas and other events, both public and private. The… (More on Pandit)