Nissan-The Month of Redemption

During the time of the Temple, this was an exciting time of year. There was great anticipation as the winter was coming to an end, with Pesach on the horizon.

It was the obligation for all Jews to make their pilgrimage to Jerusalem to offer the Korban Pesach. The roads to Jerusalem were repaired and efforts were made so that all would be in a state of purity for the Passover holiday.

There was a feeling of a rebirth and a new beginning. This is why Pesach was known as חג האביב, the Holiday of Spring, and why the month of Nissan was considered the first of the months of the year. We also associate Nissan as the time of our Redemption.

Just like we were redeemed in Egypt in the month of Nissan, the future Redemption is likely to take place at this time as well.

We are living in incredibly miraculous times. It is said that when one is standing next to a mountain, he cannot appreciate how high it is. We have grown accustomed to daily events as if they are natural, when they are truly remarkable and are of biblical proportions.

Is it a coincidence that the war with Iran began on the Shabbat when we read Parshat Zachor, when we were commanded to wipe out Amalek. The war continued on the thirteenth of Adar, the day that was designated in the Megillah as the day we were to take revenge against our enemies.

The reality of being redeemed from the bondage of an oppressor like Iran in time for Pesach, is no less remarkable. It is our duty to open our eyes and appreciate how Hashem is protecting us, and is helping us defeat our enemies. Just as there was great anticipation during Temple times, we are also living in times of great anticipation. With G-d’s help, we will see all of our hopes become a reality.