An ancient meaningful Persian tradition, its celebration originated from the Iranian religion of Zoroastrianism or before (more than 3000 years ago). It is based on the 'Iranian Solar Hijri Calendar', on the spring equinox (the first day of Iranian Calendar), or around 21th of March on the 'Gregorian Calendar'. 'Now-ruz' means 'new-day'. Presently, by its integration to different cultures, Nowruz is celebrated by various ethnic groups worldwide (about 30 countries). The United Nations officially recognized the 'International Day of Nowruz' in February 2010.
Nowruz represents philosophical concepts such as light conquering darkness, right and justice conquering null and evil, the warmth of spring conquering the cold of the winter, and the time of gratitude for blessing as well as the outlook of hope and optimism. However, the most philosophical aspect of Nowruz can be interpreted as reanimation, renewal and rejuvenation of the nature in spring after its death in winter. Theologically, Nowruz can be regarded as the best symbol of resurrection in pandemonium (reviving of dead people for eternal life), as mentioned by God in Holy Quran many times, "for those who think"!
It is worth mentioning that the 'Yalda Night' at the end of autumn (start of winter) on Solar Hijri Calendar (which was also known as 'Christ' among ancient Iranians; almost simultaneous with the start of January on Gregorian Calendar) indicating ageing and maturity in winter (near the earth death of humans as a symbol) before reviving in Nowruz (their resurrection for ever-life). The word 'Christmas' has been adopted from the former word.
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