Burzinqa


The burzinqa is a turban worn by Mandaean men during baptismal ceremonial rituals. It forms the upper end of a lengthy piece of cotton cloth. For priests who are performing rituals, the loose lower end, called the rugza, can be used as a pandama or mouth-veil.

Description

The burzinqa consists of a long piece of cotton cloth that is wrapped three times around the head. The loose end is called the rugza. It is made from a cloth that is 10 centimeters by 3 meters long, and can be cut lengthwise as needed.

In the ''Qulasta''

Several prayers in the Qulasta are recited when putting on the burzinqa, including prayers 1, 3, and 5.