Navasard (August 11th) | Days Of The Year [Video]

Navasard is the ancient Armenian New Year, a celebration that once united communities in festivities and tribute to their gods. Marking the start of a new cycle, it was a time when people believed divine forces came down to the Earth.

With music, dance, and communal feasts, it reflected a close connection to nature and spirituality. People honored the gods by offering food and symbolic sacrifices, often at riversides or in sacred places. The air would buzz with excitement as families, from royalty to commoners, gathered to partake in this lively event.

What made Navasard even more vibrant were the athletic games, compared to the Olympics, where competitions like horse races and hunting tests took place. These were not just forms of entertainment but symbols of strength and skill, reflecting the high regard for physical prowess.

The event’s spirit was one of both joy and reverence, celebrating abundance while giving …