The Month of Tammuz
June–July
About Tammuz
Tammuz is a month of intense summer heat and historical tragedy. The 17th of Tammuz is a fast day marking the breach of Jerusalem's walls (both in 586 BCE and 70 CE) and begins the Three Weeks of mourning leading up to Tisha B'Av. Despite its somber associations, Tammuz also contains the potential for great rectification — the very challenges of this month carry within them the seeds of future redemption.
Mazal of Tammuz: Cancer (Sartan)
The Crab (Sartan) represents the power of sight and emotional depth. In Torah thought, Tammuz's mazal connects to the sense of vision — both physical and spiritual. The crab carries its home on its back, reflecting deep attachment to family and heritage. Those born under Sartan are perceptive, protective, and deeply feeling.
Born in Tammuz
Tammuz is the month of vision and the power of sight. Those born in Tammuz are said to be perceptive, emotionally deep, and capable of seeing beyond the surface.
Holidays in Tammuz
- 17 Tammuz (Fast Day — beginning of Three Weeks)