In Ancient Assyria Vernal Equinox (March 21) Was Celebrated

from Tony A. Haddad - 24.03.2005 07:09

vernal equinox:
Either of the two times during a year when
the sun crosses the celestial equator and when the length of day and night are approximately equal; the vernal equinox or the autumnal equinox.

In ancient Assyria vernal equinox (March 21) was celebrated as the start of the New Year.

Assyrian Celebrate New Year of 6755 ( March 21, 2005 )

vernal equinox: Either of the two times during a year when

the sun crosses the celestial equator and when the length of day and night

are approximately equal; the vernal equinox or the autumnal equinox.

In ancient Assyria vernal equinox (March 21) was celebrated as the start of the New Year.

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