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First Month is Nisan

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Nisan is the name of the month descends from Aramaic language which was spoken in the Babylonian Empire. The name refers to spring. Tora called Nisan the head and the king of months of the year as far as counting all months starts precisely with it. It's also called spring month because the flora and the fauna are refreshed and blossom in it. The Nisan word has the same root as Nitsan word (bud - Biblical language translation), i. e. what represents the beginning of spring.

The constellation of the month is Aries, because it is exactly in Nisan when sheeps do breed. The constellation of Aries formed by stars ascending in it is the sign of wealth. The synonim for Aries is Ashterot (increase at small cattle - Biblical language translation) in Biblical language. This word is very close to another word - wealth, because the increase enriches its master. It is exactly because of this that month is considered to be the source of life, blessing and wealth.

Besides, Aries is also the lamb which is offered as Easter sacrifice at Nisan.

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