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Rosh Hashanah Begins on Friday AfternoonAnd is celebrated on Shabbat and Sunday Read More
An Extra Sweet YearIn case it has been decreed upon a person to turn to others for help this coming year, it should... Read More
Why Is the Shofar Not Blown on Shabbat? Is it inconceivable that the Sages would deprive all of Israel of the benefits afforded by one of... Read More
11 Reasons We Blow the Shofar on Rosh Hashanah A very concise listing of the symbolism behind the mitzvah to hear the shofar blasts on Rosh... Read More

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What Is Rosh Hashanah?

The Jewish New Year, anniversary of the creation of Adam and Eve, a day of judgment and coronation, and sounding of the shofar . . .

12 People Who Left Their Mark on Rosh Hashanah

Read about the heroes, sages, and ordinary people who have forever left their imprint on how we celebrate the Jewish New Year

By Yehuda Altein

5 Affirmations to Keep in Mind This Rosh Hashanah

It is G‑d’s will that I be free, that I be loving, that I be holy, that I be joyful, that I be creative, that I be who I truly am

By Melinda Mindy Ribner