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<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><head><meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8" /><meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width; initial-scale=1.0;"/><title>Topical Bible: Iyyar</title><link rel="canonical" href="https://biblehub.com/topical/i/iyyar.htm" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/newtopical.css" type="text/css" media="Screen" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/print.css" type="text/css" media="Print" /><script type="application/javascript" src="https://scripts.webcontentassessor.com/scripts/8a2459b64f9cac8122fc7f2eac4409c8555fac9383016db59c4c26e3d5b8b157"></script><script src='https://qd.admetricspro.com/js/biblehub/biblehub-layout-loader-revcatch.js'></script><script id='HyDgbd_1s' src='https://prebidads.revcatch.com/ads.js' type='text/javascript' async></script><script>(function(w,d,b,s,i){var cts=d.createElement(s);cts.async=true;cts.id='catchscript'; cts.dataset.appid=i;cts.src='https://app.protectsubrev.com/catch_rp.js?cb='+Math.random(); document.head.appendChild(cts); }) (window,document,'head','script','rc-anksrH');</script></head><body><div id="fx"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx2"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="30" scrolling="no" src="/topical/vmenus/genesis/1-1.htm" align="left" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div><div id="blnk"></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable"><tr><td><div id="fx5"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx6"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="245" scrolling="no" src="//biblehu.com/bmcde/i/iyyar.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable3"><tr><td><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" id="announce"><tr><td><div id="l1"><div id="breadcrumbs"><a href="/">Bible</a> > <a href="/topical/">Topical</a> > Iyyar</div><div id="anc"><iframe src="/anc.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></div><div id="anc2"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><iframe src="/anc2.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></div></td></tr></table><div id="movebox2"><table border="0" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td><div id="topheading"><a href="/topical/i/i'yim.htm" title="I'yim">◄</a> Iyyar <a href="/topical/i/izal.htm" title="Izal">►</a></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center" class="maintable2"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><div id="topverse">Jump to: <a href="#isb" title="International Standard Bible Encyclopedia">ISBE</a> • <a href="#thes" title="Bible Thesaurus">Thesaurus</a> • <a href="#lib" title="Library">Library</a> • <a href="#sub" title="Subtopics">Subtopics</a> • <a href="#rel" title="Related Terms">Terms</a></div><div id="leftbox"><div class="padleft"><a name="te" id="te"></a><div class="vheading2">Topical Encyclopedia</div>Iyyar is the second month of the Hebrew calendar, following Nisan and preceding Sivan. It typically falls in April-May in the Gregorian calendar. In the Bible, Iyyar is referred to as Ziv, which means "brightness" or "splendor," reflecting the blossoming of nature during this time. This month holds significant historical and religious importance in the biblical narrative.<br><br><b>Biblical References:</b><br><br>1. <b>Construction of the Temple:</b> Iyyar is notably mentioned in the context of the construction of Solomon's Temple. In <a href="/1_kings/6.htm">1 Kings 6:1</a> , it is recorded, "In the four hundred and eightieth year after the Israelites had come out of the land of Egypt, in the fourth year of Solomon’s reign over Israel, in the month of Ziv (the second month), he began to build the house of the LORD." This highlights the commencement of one of the most significant projects in Israel's history, marking a period of national and spiritual development.<br><br>2. <b>Journey from Egypt:</b> The Israelites' journey from Egypt also intersects with the month of Iyyar. In <a href="/exodus/16.htm">Exodus 16:1</a> , it is stated, "On the fifteenth day of the second month after they had left the land of Egypt, the whole congregation of Israel came to the Wilderness of Sin, which is between Elim and Sinai." This passage underscores the early stages of the Israelites' wilderness journey, a time of testing and divine provision, as God provided manna for sustenance.<br><br>3. <b>Hezekiah’s Passover:</b> In <a href="/2_chronicles/30-2.htm">2 Chronicles 30:2-3</a> , King Hezekiah decided to hold a Passover celebration in the second month, Iyyar, because the priests had not consecrated themselves in sufficient numbers, and the people had not gathered in Jerusalem in the first month. "For the king and his officials and the whole assembly in Jerusalem had decided to keep the Passover in the second month, since they had been unable to observe it at the regular time because not enough priests had consecrated themselves and the people had not gathered in Jerusalem." This event illustrates the flexibility within the law to accommodate the spiritual needs of the people.<br><br><b>Religious Significance:</b><br><br>Iyyar is a month of transition and preparation. It serves as a bridge between the liberation celebrated during Passover in Nisan and the giving of the Torah commemorated during Shavuot in Sivan. The counting of the Omer, a period of 49 days between Passover and Shavuot, continues throughout Iyyar, emphasizing spiritual growth and anticipation.<br><br><b>Agricultural Context:</b><br><br>In the agrarian society of ancient Israel, Iyyar was a time of growth and renewal. The spring rains would have ended, and the land would be in full bloom. This agricultural backdrop provides a rich metaphor for the spiritual themes of the month, as the people of Israel prepared themselves for the revelation at Sinai.<br><br><b>Modern Observance:</b><br><br>In contemporary Jewish practice, Iyyar includes several significant days, such as Yom HaZikaron (Memorial Day for fallen soldiers) and Yom HaAtzmaut (Israeli Independence Day), though these are not biblically mandated observances. The month remains a time of reflection on the themes of freedom, responsibility, and divine guidance.<a name="isb" id="isb"></a><div class="vheading2">International Standard Bible Encyclopedia</div><span class="encheading">IYYAR</span><p>e-yar' (iyar; Iar): The 2nd month of the Jewish year, corresponding to May. It is not mentioned in the Bible.<br><br>See <a href="../c/calendar.htm">CALENDAR</a>.<p><a name="lib" id="lib"></a><div class="vheading2">Library</div><p><a href="/library/sayce/early_israel_and_the_surrounding_nations/chapter_vi_babylonia_and_assyria.htm"><span class="l">Babylonia and Assyria</span></a> <br><b>...</b> Assur-nirari, the last of the old dynasty, died or was put to death, and Pulu or<br> Pul, one of his generals, was proclaimed king on the 13th of <b>Iyyar</b> or April <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../early israel and the surrounding nations/chapter vi babylonia and assyria.htm</font><p><a href="/library/maspero/history_of_egypt_chaldaea_syria_babylonia_and_assyria_v_9/chapter_ithe_iranian_conquest.htm"><span class="l">The Iranian Conquest</span></a> <br>History Of Egypt, Chaldaea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, V 9. <. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../chapter ithe iranian conquest.htm</font><p><a href="/library/maspero/history_of_egypt_chaldaea_syria_babylonia_and_assyria_v_7/chapter_iiisargon_of_assyria_722-705.htm"><span class="l">Sargon of Assyria (722-705 BC )</span></a> <br><b>...</b> of the Assyrians. Sargon, having left Babylon in the month of <b>Iyyar</b>, encountered<br> him within sight of Dur-Yakin. The Aramaean infantry <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../chapter iiisargon of assyria 722-705.htm</font><p><a href="/library/maspero/history_of_egypt_chaldaea_syria_babylonia_and_assyria_v_7/chapter_ithe_assyrian_revival_and.htm"><span class="l">The Assyrian Revival and the Struggle for Syria</span></a> <br><b>...</b> On the 8th <b>Iyyar</b>, but without any indication of limmu, or any number of the year<br> or of the campaign; the date 876 BC is admitted by the majority of historians. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../chapter ithe assyrian revival and.htm</font><p><a href="/library/maspero/history_of_egypt_chaldaea_syria_babylonia_and_assyria_v_8/chapter_iithe_power_of_assyria_2.htm"><span class="l">The Power of Assyria at Its Zenith; Esarhaddon and Assur-Bani-Pal</span></a> <br>History Of Egypt, Chaldaea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, V 8. <. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../chapter iithe power of assyria 2.htm</font><a name="thes" id="thes"></a><div class="vheading2">Thesaurus</div><a href="/topical/i/iyyar.htm"><span class="l"><b>Iyyar</b></span></a><br><b>...</b> Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia <b>IYYAR</b>. e-yar' (iyar; Iar): The 2nd month of the<br> Jewish year, corresponding to May. It is not mentioned in the Bible. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/i/iyyar.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/z/ziv.htm"><span class="l">Ziv (2 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> ZIV. ziv (ziw; the King James Version Zif): The 2nd month of the old Hebrew calendar,<br> corresponding to <b>Iyyar</b> of the Jewish reckoning in later times. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/z/ziv.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/i/i'yim.htm"><span class="l">I'yim (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br>I'yim. Iyim, I'yim. <b>Iyyar</b> . Multi-Version Concordance I'yim (1 Occurrence).<br> Numbers <b>...</b> Gad. (See RSV). Iyim, I'yim. <b>Iyyar</b> . Reference Bible. <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/i/i'yim.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/i/izehar.htm"><span class="l">Izehar (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/i/izehar.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/c/carchemish.htm"><span class="l">Carchemish (3 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> 2. Its Later History: Later, the city attracted the attention of the Assyrian king<br> Assur-nacir-apli, who started on the 8th of <b>Iyyar</b>, about the year 870 BC, to <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/c/carchemish.htm - 13k</font><p><a href="/topical/c/cyrus.htm"><span class="l">Cyrus (20 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> stated that "Cyrus, king of the land of Parsu (Persia) gathered his army, and crossed<br> the Tigris below Arbela," and in the following month (<b>Iyyar</b>) entered the <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/c/cyrus.htm - 39k</font><p><a href="/topical/i/iyar.htm"><span class="l">Iyar</span></a><br>Iyar. Ivy, Iyar. Iye . Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia IYAR.<br> e-yar'. See <b>IYYAR</b>. Ivy, Iyar. Iye . 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