From Sasanian Mandaeans to Ṣābians of the Marshes
Author | : Kevin T. Van Bladel |
Publisher | : BRILL |
Total Pages | : 163 |
Release | : 2017-02-06 |
ISBN-10 | : 9789004339460 |
ISBN-13 | : 9004339469 |
Rating | : 4/5 (60 Downloads) |
Download or read book From Sasanian Mandaeans to Ṣābians of the Marshes written by Kevin T. Van Bladel and published by BRILL. This book was released on 2017-02-06 with total page 163 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This historical study argues that the Mandaean religion originated under Sasanid rule in the fifth century, not earlier as has been widely accepted. It studies primary sources to elucidate the early history of Mandaeism.