The himiana (Classical Mandaic: ࡄࡉࡌࡉࡀࡍࡀ) or hemyanā is a sacred ritual girdle or belt used by the Mandaeans.[1] Traditionally, it is white, tubular, and made of wool.[2]
 A Mandaean priestly initiate wearing the himiana (bottom) | |
| Type | girdle or belt |
|---|---|
| Material | wool |
| Place of origin | southern Iraq and southwestern Iran |
Etymology
Himiana is a Persian loanword, like burzinqa (turban) and margna (staff).[3]
Description
Unlike the Zoroastrian kushti, which is made of 72 threads, the Mandaean himiana is made of 60 woolen threads.[2][3]