The Month of Iyyar
April–May
About Iyyar
Iyyar is the month of healing. The Hebrew letters of Iyyar (אייר) are an acronym for "Ani Hashem Rofecha" — "I am God, your Healer" (Exodus 15:26). It is also the month of the Omer, the 49-day count between Passover and Shavuot, a time of spiritual self-refinement. Key dates include Yom HaZikaron (Israel's Memorial Day), Yom HaAtzmaut (Israel's Independence Day), Pesach Sheni (Second Passover on the 14th), and Lag BaOmer (the 33rd day of the Omer, on the 18th).
Mazal of Iyyar: Taurus (Shor)
The Ox (Shor) represents strength, patience, and the steady work of self-improvement. In Jewish mysticism, Iyyar's mazal connects to the Omer period — a time of refining one's character trait by trait. Those born under Shor are reliable, nurturing, and possess great endurance.
Born in Iyyar
Iyyar is the month of natural healing and self-improvement. Those born in Iyyar are said to be nurturing, patient, and dedicated to personal growth.
Holidays in Iyyar
- Yom HaZikaron
- Yom HaAtzmaut
- Pesach Sheni
- Lag BaOmer