Skandola
The skandola is a ritual talismanic seal used by Mandaeans to protect against evil.
Description
The skandola is an iron ring with a chain attached to an iron knife. It is used as a sacred talismanic seal. It is used to seal graves and also newborn babies on their navels. During wedding ceremonies, a priest gives the skandola to the bridegroom. There are incised depictions of the following animals:- Lion, representing Krun
- Scorpion, representing Hag
- Black snake or serpent, representing Ur
- Wasp or hornet