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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 , , and .

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