zidqa brikha
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In Mandaeism, the zidqa brikha (or zidqa brika; Classical Mandaic: ࡆࡉࡃࡒࡀ ࡁࡓࡉࡊࡀ, lit. 'blessed oblation') is a type of ritual meal blessed by Mandaean priests. Zidqa means oblation and can also mean alms, while brikha means blessed. Unlike the lofani, which is a minor ritual meal does not require the presence of a priest, the zidqa brikha needs to be prepared by a priest.: 232
The zidqa brikha is offered and eaten at the end of tarmida (junior priest) initiation ceremonies, after the novice's 60-day seclusion period. It is also offered at weddings and during the Parwanaya festival.
The ahaba ḏ-mania or hava ḏ-mania (presentation of garments) is a form of zidqa brika for those who have not died wearing the ritual garment, or for the ritually impure. It is performed on a proxy during the Parwanaya.
It is distinct from the lofani and dukrana, which are two other types of ritual meal offered for the dead.
Prayers
In E. S. Drower's version of the Qulasta, prayers 348–374 are for the zidqa brikha. Prayers 375–381 are blessings recited after the zidqa brikha.
See also
Sacred food as offering
Votive offering
Dukrana
Eucharist
Koliva
Lofani
Zidqa
References
External links
Zidqa Brikha (Blessed Oblation)
Sydney 2014 Zidqa Brikha (ending ritual after Masiqta)