The burzinqa (Classical Mandaic: ࡁࡅࡓࡆࡉࡍࡒࡀ) is a turban worn by Mandaean men during baptismal ceremonial rituals. It forms the upper end of a lengthy piece of cloth, with the lower end making up the pandama or mouth-veil.[1]
,_Maysan,_Iraq_-_Mar_17,_2019_03.jpg) Two Mandaean men wearing burzinqas | |
| Type | turban |
|---|---|
| Material | cloth |
| Place of origin | southern Iraq and southwestern Iran |
In the Qolasta
Several prayers in the Qolasta are recited when putting on the burzinqa, including prayers 1, 3, and 5.[2]