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new moon

Definition:

The term "new moon" in the Bible refers to the moon when it looks like a small, crescent-shaped sliver of light. This is the beginning phase of the moon as it moves in its orbit around the planet Earth.

  • In ancient times, the new moon was used to mark the beginnings of certain time periods, such as months.
  • The Israelites celebrated a new moon festival that was marked by the blowing of a ram's horn.
  • The Bible also refers to this period of time as the "beginning of the month."

(See also: biblicaltimemonth, earth, festival, horn, sheep)

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