Iyar is the eighth month in the Jewish calendar and is also known as Ziv, which translates to 'brightness.' Iyar is a month of rebirth, renewal, and growth, making it a synonym for spring. This month is a mix of joy and sorrow as it houses both Lag B'Omer and Yom Hazikaron. Lag B'Omer is celebrated with bonfires and haircuts, whereas Yom Hazikaron is a day of remembrance for the fallen soldiers of Israel. In addition to these synonyms, Iyar is also known as the month of healing and is associated with the Hebrew letter 'vav' and the tribe of Issachar. This month is a unique blend of celebration, mourning, healing, growth, and hope.