1800 Years of Encounters With Mandaeans

Jorunn Jacobsen Buckley’s 1800 Years of Encounters With Mandaeans blends personal narrative with scholarly insight, reflecting decades of engagement with Mandaean culture and advocacy.

In 1800 Years of Encounters With Mandaeans, Jorunn Jacobsen Buckley offers a rich tapestry of her lifelong engagement with Mandaean culture and scholarship. This work serves as both an academic study and a personal narrative, chronicling her journey through the field of Mandaean studies from the late 1960s to the present. Buckley's intellectual timeline illustrates the evolution of her understanding and research, providing readers with insights into the complexities of Mandaean traditions and beliefs.

The book features a detailed examination of Mandaean scribal lineages, showcasing the historical significance of these figures in preserving Mandaean heritage. Alongside this scholarly analysis, Buckley shares 26 engaging anecdotes and vignettes from her encounters with Mandeans across the globe. These stories highlight the warmth and resilience of the Mandaean community, offering a glimpse into both private and public interactions that have shaped her experiences.

Additionally, 1800 Years of Encounters With Mandaeans includes selections from a previously unpublished work that details Buckley's international human rights advocacy for Mandaeans. This dedication to a treasured friend, the yalufa Sh. Salem Choheili, underscores the personal connections that enrich her narrative, making this book a heartfelt tribute to a culture that has profoundly influenced her life and work.