History and Origins
The first day of the Coptic year
11th of September
A fruit that is traditionally served during nayrouz
Red dates
Which emperor's reign caused mass martyrdom in the 3rd century AD?
Emperor Diocletian
Which Coptic month does the Feast of Nativity fall under?
Kiahk
Hiteni (Hymn of the Intercession)
When did the Coptic Calendar begin counting years?
284 AD or the start of Diocletian's reign
What does the colour red during nayrouz symbolise?
Who was the first patriarch of Alexandria (who was martyred)
St Mark the Evangelist
What is the first month of the Coptic year?
Thout
Which other country celebrates Nayrouz?
Ethiopia
Why is Nayrouz called the feast of the martyrs?
It commemorates Christians martyred under Roman rule
What do fragrant herbs represent?
Renewal and blessing
Which Coptic saint was venerated with 40 virgins?
St Demiana
How many months are there in total in the Coptic year?
13
Which natural event in Ancient Egypt was used to signal the start of Nayrouz?
The annual flooding of the Nile River
Which calendar is the Coptic Calendar based on?
The Ancient Egyptian solar calendar
What does the ancient Egyptian word 'nayrouz' mean?
Rivers
St Catherine of Alexandria
What is the name of the shortest month in the Coptic year?
Nasie
What does Nayrouz point us to?
Three agricultural seasons that structure the Coptic calendar
Akhet, Peret, Shemu
How does the start of the flood season reflect the spiritual message of Nayrouz?
Which Coptic saint is known as 'The Wonder-Worker'?
St Mina
Which month marks the harvest season's peak in the Coptic year?
Pashons (Bashans)
Which language other than Coptic adopted the word 'Nayrouz' to mean 'new year'
Persian