03/20/2026
Happy Nowruz!! 🌱🌷☀️
Nowruz meaning “new day” in Persian, is far more than just the first day of spring and the start of a new year. It is an ancient celebration of life, rebirth, and the triumph of light over darkness.
A central part of the celebration is the “Haft-Seen” table spread, where seven items, each starting with the Persian letter ‘س’ (S), symbolize our wishes for the year ahead:
“Sabzeh” (سبزه) – Sprouted wheat or lentils, representing rebirth & renewal
“Seeb” (سیب) – Apple, symbolizing beauty & health
“Serkeh” (سرکه) – Vinegar, signifying patience & wisdom
“Seer” (سیر) – Garlic, for protection & strength
“Senjed” (سنجد) – Dried oleaster fruit, symbolizing love & wisdom
“Sonbol” (سنبل) – Hyacinth, celebrating the arrival of spring & the fragrance of new beginnings
“Sekkeh” (سکه) - Coins, symbolizing prosperity and good fortune
Also included are eggs, symbolizing fertility and new life, a mirror for self-reflection and clarity and candles for light and energy.
We were honored to collaborate with other Iranian women for this Nowruz event at this year.
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