1 Nisan
1 נִיסָן
The Month of Nisan (נִיסָן)
Nisan is the first month of the religious year and the month of redemption. It is the month when the Israelites were freed from slavery in Egypt, and Passover (Pesach) begins on the 15th. The Torah calls it "the month of spring" (Chodesh Ha'Aviv). Nisan is so full of joy that no eulogies or fasting are permitted during the entire month. The Counting of the Omer begins on the second night of Passover (16 Nisan) and continues for 49 days until Shavuot.
Born in Nisan
Nisan is the month of miracles, freedom, and new beginnings. Those born in Nisan are said to be natural leaders with a strong sense of justice and a pioneering spirit.
Holidays: Passover/Pesach (15-22 Nisan)
Full guide to the month of Nisan →Mazal: Aries (Taleh)
The Lamb (Taleh) represents the Passover offering and the birth of the Jewish nation. In Kabbalistic thought, Nisan's mazal embodies leadership, initiative, and the courage to forge new paths. Those born under Taleh are natural pioneers with the strength to break free from limitation.
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Yahrtzeits on 1 Nisan
Historical Events on 1 Nisan
Cyrus Crowned King of Babylonia
Cyrus was crowned 'King of Babylonia and King of All Lands' (538 BCE), enabling the rebuilding of the Second Temple.
Death of Nadav and Avihu
Nadav and Avihu, sons of Aharon, died after offering unauthorized fire before G-d on the day the Mishkan was inaugurated.
Ezra Departed Babylonia for Jerusalem
Ezra and his followers departed Babylonia for Jerusalem (457 BCE) on the anniversary of Cyrus's coronation.
First Mitzvah Given to the Jewish Nation
G-d commanded Moshe to sanctify the new month, establishing the first mitzvah given to the nation and designating Nisan as the head of all months.
Floodwaters Fully Receded
The floodwaters fully receded from the earth, as recorded in Bereishit 8:13.
King Chizkiyahu Reconsecrated the Beit HaMikdash
King Chizkiyahu began the reconsecration of the Beit HaMikdash, restoring the Temple service.
Mishkan (Tabernacle) Permanently Erected
The Mishkan was erected and inaugurated. Aharon performed the first sacrificial service and the Shekhinah descended.
Nesi'im Began Inaugural Offerings
The tribal princes began bringing inaugural offerings at the Mishkan, starting with Nachshon ben Aminadav of Yehudah.
Plot of Bigtan and Teresh Discovered
Mordechai discovered and reported the plot of Bigtan and Teresh to assassinate King Achashveirosh.
Ten Crowns of 1 Nisan
The Talmud teaches that 1 Nisan received ten crowns — ten unique distinctions including the first day of Creation and the inauguration of the priestho...
Notable Birthdays on 1 Nisan
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