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Question
Why is Rosh Hodesh a holiday traditionally associated with women?
Answer
2 explanations are provided by Halacha authorities:
1. That the 12 months of Rosh Chodesh were intended to be a holiday for the 12 tribes. However, when they worshipped the Golden Calf, they lost the holidays; but the women, who did not worship it, still have it.
2. the approximately monthly cycle that is part of a woman’s life, and allows her to celebrate with her husband, is hereby commemorated.
"Requirment" of Women Saying HaGomel
Various Rabbis | 26 Tevet 5767
The Female Body and "Male" Mitzvot
Rabbi Jonathan Blass | 17 Adar II 5763
Women Wearing Tzitzit
Rabbi David Sperling | Tammuz 12, 5778













