Persian New Year 2022 | Norooz 1401
Thursday, March 10, 2022
It would only make sense to incorporate the Cheshm Nazar (evil eye) into my sofreh theme this year, as it's been a big trend in jewelry, clothing, home decor, nail designs, even flowers, and placed all over social media. It's so funny that it's become so trendy, as it was merely a staple in mine, and many other, Persian homes since I was born and for generations prior...only it wasn't as cool as it is today.
What exactly is the cheshm nazar you ask? The evil eye (🧿) is a powerful and protective symbol, that sees all ignorance and wickedness and reflects it back to the one casting it via its glare. Known as the Nazar, meaning “vision” in Arabic, this type of amulet is meant to ward off evil and negativity for the wearer.
I think it's safe to say that we could all use a little protective "nazar" every now and then in our lives ;-)
Below is a breakdown of items placed on a Haftseen (Haft = 7 and seen - S's - Persian New Year spread w/ 7 symbolic items that start with an S) and their symbolism:
HAFTSIN o(r HAFTSEEN) SPREAD: MAIN ITEMS
Sabzeh - Wheat or lentil sprouts growing in a dish - symbolizing rebirth
Samanoo - A sweet pudding made from wheat germ - symbolizing the sweetness of life
Senjed - The dried fruit of the oleaster tree - symbolizing love
Seer - Garlic - symbolizing medicine & to ward off bad omens
Seeb - Apple - symbolizing beauty and health
Serkeh - Vinegar - symbolizing age and patience
Sekkeh - Coins - prosperity and wealth
Sonbol - Hyacinth flower - symbolizing the start of spring
Somagh (sumac) - symbolizing the spice of life
ADDITIONAL ITEMS ALSO USED ON THE SPREAD
Eyeneh vah Shamdon (Mirror and Candles) – symbolizing enlightenment and happiness
Tokhm-e Morgh (decorated eggs) – symbolizing fertility
Mahi (Fish) – symbolizing life
Holy book or Hafez Book of Poems (depending on faith) – symbolizing God's blessing
Saleh Nohw Mobarak! (Happy New Year!)
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