Tishrei 2024 will begin the evening preceding Oct. 3.
Tishrei (Tishri), the first month of the Jewish year (the seventh when counting from Nisan), is full of momentous and meaningful days of celebration. Beginning with the High Holidays, in this month we celebrate Rosh Hashanah, the Ten Days of Repentance, Yom Kippur, Sukkot and Simchat Torah. Each one is filled with its own meaningful customs and rituals. Some are serious, awesome days set aside for reflection and soul-searching. Some are joyous days full of happy and cheerful celebration.
But all of these days, throughout the month of Tishrei, are opportunities to connect, to be inspired, and to become more fulfilled and in tune with our true inner selves. Tishrei is considered the “head” of the year, and the reservoir from which we draw our strength and inspiration throughout the year ahead.
Hello, why is the 7th month not called Ethanim, as in the Bible? Thank you
Rabbi David Kimchi, also known as RaDaK (1160-1235), commented that the month of Tishrei is a time for gathering grain and fruits, which provide strength.
According to Targum Yonthan, this month was originally known as the first month, but after leaving Egypt, Nissan became the first month.
The Midrash teaches that Tishrei is the month our forefathers were born and they are called Eithanim, which means the strong ones of the world.
This month has many holidays and mitzvos, making it a strong and significant time of the year.