Eid Nowruz is the title given to the Iranian New Year, also known as the Persian New Year, which has been observed by several communities for more than 3,000 years despite its Zoroastrian radices. The observance usually falls on the 21st of March, coinciding with the March equinox, with various festivities according to each country, although commonly, people gather and dance together to welcome the spring season. Eid Nowruz has roots in traditional Iranian religions –pre-Islamic era– such as Zoroastrianism. In Zoroastrianism, atar (fire) is a primary symbol of sight and goodness, and was used by Zoroastrians to defy Angra Mainyu, the omnimalevolent demon; symbolizing their hatred for evil. Whereas in Kurdish legends, the day commemorates the salvation of the Kurds from a despot, and it is viewed as a way of showing support for the Kurdish cause.
When is Eid Norooz 2023?
Eid Norooz 2023 is on Tuesday 21st Mar, 2023 (21/03/2023) in 792 days
Dates for Eid Norooz from 2015 to 2024
When is ...? | Weekday | Date | Days away |
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Eid Norooz 2024 | Thursday | Mar 21st | in 1158 days |
Eid Norooz 2023 | Tuesday | Mar 21st | in 792 days |
Eid Norooz 2022 | Monday | Mar 21st | in 427 days |
Eid Norooz 2021 | Sunday | Mar 21st | in 62 days |
Eid Norooz 2020 | Saturday | Mar 21st | 302 days ago |
Eid Norooz 2019 | Thursday | Mar 21st | 668 days ago |
Eid Norooz 2018 | Wednesday | Mar 21st | 1033 days ago |
Eid Norooz 2017 | Tuesday | Mar 21st | 1398 days ago |
Eid Norooz 2016 | Monday | Mar 21st | 1763 days ago |
Eid Norooz 2015 | Saturday | Mar 21st | 2129 days ago |
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