Gubran
Uthra in Mandaeism
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
In Mandaeism, Gubran (Classical Mandaic: ࡂࡅࡁࡓࡀࡍ) is an uthra (angel or guardian). He is also referred to as Gubran Uthra. Guban is the female consort of Gubran.
| Gubran | |
|---|---|
| Other names | Gubran Uthra |
| Abode | World of Light |
| Battles | battle against Yushamin |
| Consort | Guban |
In Mandaean scriptures
In the Mandaean Book of John, Gubran Uthra helps Nbaṭ lead a rebellion against Yushamin and his 21 sons. Chapter 3 mentions Gubran's vehicle as Paraheil, a heavenly steed or warhorse.[1]
Gubran is also mentioned in Right Ginza 5.1 as one of the uthras appointed over the north by Yawar Ziwa to watch over Ur.[2]
