Autumn Equinox marks astronomical seasonal change

The Autumn Equinox occurs when the sun crosses the celestial equator from north to south, resulting in nearly equal lengths of daylight and darkness. This astronomical event marks the beginning of autumn in the northern hemisphere and is caused by the 23.5-degree tilt of the Earth's rotation relative to its orbit around the sun.

In various cultural and religious contexts, the equinox holds significant meaning. In the Jewish calendar, the period coincides with Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, which serves as a time for reflection and celebrates the anniversary of the creation of the world. Historically, some cultures have used the autumn harvest period to mark the start of a new year, as food stores are full and seeds are sown.