Ezidi Times Congratulates Ezidis Worldwide on Aida Êzid
Ezidi Times warmly congratulates all Ezidis around the world on the sacred holiday of Aida Ezdit.
Aida Ezdit: The Sacred Feast in Honor of Siltan Êzîd
On the 16th of December, the three-day fast of Rojîyê Êzid began, honoring Sultan Ezid (Ezdit), a manifestation of the Creator in the Sharfadin faith. This sacred period of fasting, prayer, and reflection celebrates the birth of light, spiritual purification, and the divine presence in the world. Rojiyên we bi xêr û xoşî bin!
12th December – Aida Xwudane Male: Honoring the Family Patron Saints
This week, from 9 to 12 December 2025, Ezidis observe Aida Xwudane Male, honoring the family patron saints with fasting, reflection, and the sacred Dua Sifrê prayer—a ritual that reconnects families with their spiritual heritage and the blessings of Sharfadin.
27 November 2025 — Olive Harvest Begins in Lalish, Iraq
The annual olive harvest in the sacred valley of Laleş begins on 27 November, as Ezidis gather olives that will become the oil to light every lamp of the temple. This centuries-old ritual brings the community together — men shaking the branches, women collecting the fruit, and temple workers preparing the oil that fuels the 365 lamps, a symbol of Sharfadin’s enduring light. Amid a year of drought, the harvest continues, linking the valley, its people, and the rhythms of the sacred season. In December, the lamps burn as the community looks toward winter celebrations: Aida Êzîd, Aida Xwudane (male), and Aida Sêsims.
Sharfadin – The Real Name of the Ezidi Religion
Explore the ancient monotheistic religion of Sharfadin, its belief in a single God and seven Archangels, the Ezidi caste system, and the myths surrounding Tausi Malak. Learn about the core principles of Sharfadin and the truth behind common misconceptions.
Do Ezidis celebrate ‘Newroz’?
Photo: CC Wikimedia Commons Newroz, a time-honored tradition signifying "New Day," holds profound cultural and historical significance for millions of...