16 Nisan
16 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.
When Does 16 Nisan Fall?
Historical Events on 16 Nisan
Birth of Levi ben Yaakov Avinu
Birth of Levi ben Yaakov Avinu, forefather of the priestly and Levitical tribes.
First Blood Libel — William of Norwich
The alleged murder of William of Norwich (1144) led to the first blood libel against Jews in the Middle Ages.
First Omer Offering and Cessation of the Manna
The first Omer offering was brought in Eretz Yisrael, the Omer count began, and the manna ceased.
Haman Hanged and Mordechai Appointed
Haman was hanged and Mordechai was appointed chief minister; Esther's second feast took place.
King Chizkiyahu Completed Rededication of the Beit HaMikdash
King Chizkiyahu completed the rededication of the Beit HaMikdash.
Nebi Musa Riots in Jerusalem
Arab rioters killed and wounded many Jews in Jerusalem during the Nebi Musa riots (1920).
Seven Sons of King Shaul Executed by the Gibeonites
Seven sons of King Shaul were executed by the Gibeonites in retribution for Shaul's violation of a covenant.
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