The Iranian New Year, also known as the Persian New Year, is known as Navroz or Nowruz in the Persian language. Farvardin, the first month of the Solar Hijri calendar, officially begins on the day of the spring equinox. Despite being observed in March around the world, Navroz occurs 200 days later in India and is observed in the month of August because the Parsis in this country use the Shahenshahi calendar, which ignores leap years. Iranians and followers of Zoroastrianism all across the world observe the custom. In 2009, Navroz was added to India’s list of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO.
What Is The Confusion Around The Correct Spelling Of Navroz/Nowruz?
According to the official website of the United Nations, “The word Nowruz (Novruz, Navruz, Nooruz, Nevruz, Nauryz), means new day; its spelling and pronunciation may vary by country.”
Why Do We Celebrate It Twice In India?
In India, Navroz is also referred to as Jamshed-i-Navroz, Jamshed being the name of the Persian king. The Shahenshahi calendar is attributed to the reign of King Jamshed. Intriguingly, it is observed twice a year in India, once in accordance with the Iranian calendar and once in accordance with the Shahenshahi calendar, which is used both in India and Pakistan.
What Is The History Of Parsi New Year?
It is believed that the Parsi New Year first began about 3,5000 years ago. Prophet Zarathustra established Zoroastrianism around this time in Persia, which is modern-day Iran. According to Zoroastrian philosophy, the day symbolises the yearly regeneration of the entire cosmos. The word “Navroz” is related to Jamshed, a former Sasanian ruler who is credited with establishing the Parsi calendar. As a result, another name for the festival is Jamshed-i-Nouroz.
How Is Parsi New Year Celebrated?
The Parsi New Year is a popular time for beginning new endeavours since they consider the day to be lucky. There are several cuisines prepared. This day is observed as a day of physical, spiritual, and mental purification. They tidy their homes, clothes, and possessions as a result. Additionally, donations are made to charities. On Navroz, Parsis also go to the fire temple.
Wishes And Messages That Can Be Shared On Navroz?
May this year bring you prosperity and the graces of the King. Let’s celebrate Navroz with a lot of fervour and excitement.
Be especially lucky to observe Navroz this year. Have a happy new year.
I’m sending you a lot of love and best wishes for Navroz. May your life be filled with joy, peace, and success. To you and your family, Navroz Mubarak.
Sending you a lot of love and best wishes for Navroz. May life be filled with joy, tranquilly, success, and wealth.
