Klila
In Mandaeism, the klila is a small myrtle wreath or ring used during Mandaean religious rituals. The klila is a female symbol that complements the taga, a white crown which always takes on masculine symbolism.
The klila is used to adorn the drabsha, a wooden cross covered with a white cloth that is the main symbol of Mandaeism.
Description
The klila that is used for wearing on the right little finger is made by splitting a young myrtle twig with leaves in half, and then intertwining the two split halves to make a ring that can fit around the finger.Use in rituals
The klila is used during most Mandaean rituals, including masbuta, masiqta, and priest initiation rituals.In the ''Qulasta''
Several prayers in the Qulasta are recited when consecrating and putting on the klila, including prayers 19, 46, 47, 61, and 79.In E. S. Drower's version of the Qulasta, prayers 305-329 are recited for the klila, as well as for the taga.
Hazazban is mentioned in Qulasta prayers 19 and 27 as an uthra who sets wreaths upon the heads of Mandaeans who are performing masbuta.