The Month of Adar — Vision — Fish

Adar and Vision

Hasidic Admors teach that those who suffer from vision problems are advised to schedule both their examination and surgery specifically during the month of Adar, as it is a month conducive to the healing of the eyes. The connection between the month of Adar and the eye stems from the fact that Adar corresponds to the constellation of Pisces, since it is the spawning season for most fish in rivers and lakes. Adar takes on this symbol of blessing because fish are hidden underwater from the eyes of others, and the evil eye has no power over them. Moreover, the eyes of fish, which have no eyelids, symbolize the “ever-watchful Eye of the Almighty.” Thus, this month is connected with the eyes both literally and metaphysically. If you prefer to avoid surgical procedures, it is especially beneficial during this period to recite the sixth chapter of Tehillim seven times a day for seven days (according to Shimush Tehillim by the Gaon Hai ben Sherira — zechuto yagen aleinu). If you begin on Rosh Chodesh Adar, the seventh day will fall on the birthday/yahrzeit of Moshe Rabbeinu.   (Based on video lessons by Rabbi Emmanuel Mizrahi)