Rosh Hodesh Adar: Embracing Joy & Transformation in the Jewish Calendar
Tonight marks Rosh Hodesh Adar1 the beginning of a new month in the Jewish calendar, bringing with it waves of joy and happiness. Rosh Hodesh, which translates to ‘head of the month,’ is celebrated at the new moon, marking the start of a new lunar month. Rosh Hodesh is a time of renewal, reflection, and new beginnings.
Adar, the twelfth month of the Jewish calendar, holds a special place in the heart of the Jewish community. It’s said that “When Adar enters, we increase our joy.” This month is synonymous with the holiday of Purim, a festive day commemorating the salvation of the Jewish people in ancient Persia from Haman’s plot to destroy us. It’s a time for costumes, feasting, and giving gifts to friends and people in need, embodying the spirit of happiness and generosity.
Jewish tradition says that Adar has a unique power to transform sadness into joy and darkness into light. In the mosaic of Jewish months, Adar is the thread that weaves hope into the fabric of our lives, reminding us that no matter the darkness, light is just around the corner.
As we step into Adar, let’s embrace its energy, allowing it to fill our homes and hearts with laughter, love, and the courage to turn every challenge into an opportunity for growth and happiness. Happy Rosh Hodesh Adar! May this month bring you endless joy and prosperity.
How will you bring joy to your home this Adar?
Adar is the sixth month of the civil year and the twelfth month of the religious year on the Hebrew calendar.
To learn more, check out my post on Adar from last year
The Power of Joy: Reflections on the Jewish Month of Adar
Boker tov and Shavua tov! We are in the Jewish month of Adar, a time of exuberant joy and celebration. Adar is the month of Purim, a holiday during which we dress up in costumes and commemorate the miraculous salvation of the Jewish people from a decree of destruction.
Happy new month!
Thank you! I've just shared this as the featured pre-Shabbat post in our "L'chaim! Jews Against the Death Penalty" Facebook group. May it indeed be a month of joy...and Life!