Abib, also referred to as Aviv, is the first month of the Jewish calendar. It typically falls in March or April in the Gregorian calendar. In the Jewish tradition, Abib marks the time of spring and is significant for the celebration of Passover.
The name ‘Abib’ means ‘ear of grain’ or ‘barley ripening’ in Hebrew, symbolizing the agricultural aspect of this time of year when the barley harvest begins. Biblical references describe Abib as a season of renewal and the beginning of the year, making it an important period for both spiritual and physical rejuvenation.