The Month of Tishrei
September–October
About Tishrei
Tishrei is the first month of the Jewish civil year and the seventh month of the religious year counting from Nisan. It is the most holiday-rich month in the Hebrew calendar, beginning with the awe-inspiring Days of Awe (Yamim Noraim) — Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur — and continuing with the joyous festivals of Sukkot, Shemini Atzeret, and Simchat Torah. The name Tishrei is derived from the Akkadian word for "beginning," reflecting its role as the start of the new year. According to tradition, the world was created on 1 Tishrei.
Mazal of Tishrei: Libra (Moznayim)
The Scales of Moznayim represent divine judgment and balance. In Kabbalistic tradition, Tishrei's mazal reflects the cosmic weighing of deeds during the Days of Awe. Those born under Moznayim seek harmony, fairness, and truth in all things.
Born in Tishrei
Tishrei is the month of judgment and new beginnings. Those born in Tishrei are said to be balanced, justice-seeking, and spiritually attuned.
Holidays in Tishrei
- Rosh Hashanah
- Yom Kippur
- Sukkot
- Shemini Atzeret
- Simchat Torah