Hebrew calendar

The Hebrew calendar is a lunisolar calendar used primarily for Jewish religious observances. It combines both lunar months and solar years to determine the dates of holidays, Torah readings, and other cultural events. Each month begins with the new moon, and years are adjusted with leap months to stay in sync with the solar cycle. This calendar plays a central role in Jewish life, guiding festivals such as Passover, Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, and Hanukkah, as well as marking significant life events. Understanding the Hebrew calendar provides insight into Jewish traditions and the timing of ancient and modern practices.