See the Biblical Timeline Events for March

March is filled with pivotal moments in the biblical timeline, beginning with the ninth plague on Egypt—the Plague of Darkness. As we move through the month, we’ll highlight key events and conclude with the Lord’s instructions to Moses for the first Passover.

This year, the modern month of March aligns with the biblical month of Adar (ah-DAR) until the end of the month, when Nisan begins. Let’s see what happened in the Bible this March!

March 1 – Adar  1

• New Moon/New Month: The month of Adar I begins tonight at sunset.
• Plague of darkness: According to Jewish history, this is the date the plague of darkness began in Egypt. The children of Israel living in Goshen were not effected by the plague of darkness only those living in Egypt experienced the darkness. Exodus 10:23

March 3 – Adar 3

• Second Temple Completed: Under the leadership of Zerubbabel and Jeshua, the first group of captives returned to Jerusalem from captivity in Babylon. After many years and several delays, the Second Temple was completed and dedicated to God on this day.  Ezra 6:13-16

March 5 – Adar 5

• Moses’ Final Instructions: Over the past forty days Moses had given the children of Israel his final instructions, today marks the last of day of his address to them. Deuteronomy 31:24-32

March 6 – Adar 6

• Moses and the Pentateuch: On Adar 6, 1273 BC, Moses completed the thirteen copies of the Pentateuch according to tradition. One copy was created for each of the twelve tribes of Israel and one copy for the Ark of the Covenant. Deuteronomy 31:9

March 7 – Adar 7

• The Song of Moses: On this day, Moses gave the children of Israel a song, referred to later in Scripture as the Song of Moses. After singing this song, God allowed Moses to see the Promised Land. Deuteronomy 32:1-43
• Moses Died: On Adar 7, 1273, Moses died at the age of 120. According to Jewish history, this was also his birthday. Moses died on Mount Nebo and was buried by God in the valley of Moab. To this day, the location of his grave is unknown. Deuteronomy 34:5-8

March 12 – Adar 12

• Second Temple Rededicated: Jewish history records Adar 12, 11 BC as the re-dedication of the Second Temple after Herod the Great completed his renovations. While Herod was king, he had the Second Temple restored and the courtyard expanded. This was the Temple at which Jesus worshiped. This Temple and the surrounding courtyards were completed in 63 AD and destroyed by the Romans in 70 AD.

March 13 – Adar 13

• Haman: The Bible records Haman casting lots on this day to determine the date of destruction for the Ancient Persian Jews. Once the date was set, he issued the death decree that was sent throughout the kingdom. Esther 3:12
• Haman’s Sons Died: One year after Haman set the date for the Jews to be killed, his ten sons were killed in Sushan and then hung on the gallows. Esther 9:6-10,13-14
• Fast of Esther: Today is traditionally known as Esther Fast. It is a time to fast and remember how Esther and the Jews of Persia fasted before she went to the king asking him to spare the Jewish people from Haman’s death decree. Esther 4:15-17

March 14 & 15 – Adar 14 & 15

• Purim: The holiday of Purim was instituted in the book of Esther. These days are set aside to remember how God used Queen Esther of Persia to deliver His people from death. Purim is celebrated for two days. Esther 9:21. Study Esther this week!

March 16 – Adar 16

• Walls of Jerusalem: By Jewish tradition this is the day King Agrippa began rebuilding the walls of Jerusalem in 41 BC.

March 18 – Adar 18

• Half-Shekel: According to some Christian traditions, with in this week, Jesus told Peter to catch a sh, take the coin from its mouth, and pay the Temple tax of half a shekel for each of them. Matthew 17:24-27

March 22 – Adar 22

• First Priests Anointed: Moses consecrated Aaron and his sons as the first priests to serve in the newly built Tabernacle. From this point on, Aaron and his sons would minister in the Tabernacle. Later, sons born into Aaron’s family would serve in the Temple. Leviticus 7-8

March 25 – Adar 25

• King Jehoiachin Restored: The book of Jeremiah records this as the date when the King of Babylon released King Jehoiachin of Judah from prison and restored him to a place of honor. Jeremiah 52:31
• The Annunciation: March 25th is the day in Christian tradition that commemorates the Angel Gabriel appeared to Mary in Nazareth to announce that she would be the mother of Jesus, the Messiah. This holiday is known as The Annunciation. Luke 1:26

March 29 – Adar 29

• Passover Instructions Given: On this day, the Lord told Moses that He was instituting a new calendar for the children of Israel. The Lord also gave Moses instruction for the celebration of Passover. Exodus 12

Want to follow along with biblical events all year? Our 2025 Printable Biblical Calendar and Biblical Notes provide daily insights into key events, helping you connect Scripture to the calendar we use today. Check them out to deepen your understanding of biblical history month by month!