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Yom Kippur, often viewed as the most challenging day of the year due to its fast and focus on repentance, is also a profoundly joyful opportunity for spiritu...

This guide provides specific timing details for the observance of Yom Kippur and Succot from October 11 to October 18, 2019, across various cities in the UK,...

Neilah, the concluding prayer of Yom Kippur, is a deeply introspective and pivotal moment for Jews worldwide, marked by a profound connection with God. In th...

The article explores the philosophical dilemma of free will versus determinism in the context of Yom Kippur, emphasizing how this tension influences Jewish t...

The sukkah is an essential part of the Jewish festival of Sukkot, serving as a temporary dwelling that symbolizes the historical dwellings of the Israelites ...

October 7, 2023, coinciding with important Jewish holidays, has become a date of profound trauma due to devastating events impacting Jewish communities. The ...

Rabbi Yitzchok Minkowicz of Chabad of Southwest Florida is defying a mandatory evacuation order as Hurricane Milton approaches, choosing instead to stay and ...

Jamie Betesh Carter reflects on the personal and communal significance of the High Holidays, particularly the 10 Days of Awe between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Ki...

As Hurricane Milton barrels toward the west coast of Florida, many Jewish families and communities are being forced to evacuate and rethink their plans for Y...

Cindy Scarr explores the challenges and emotional barriers people face during the Aseres Yemei Teshuvah, the ten days between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. S...

Cindy Scarr reflects on the nuances of modern communication, specifically the challenges and implications of texting versus phone calls. Through a personal a...

This Jewish family vlog captures the ups and downs of celebrating Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, as the family unexpectedly finds themselves in the hosp...

On October 7, 2024, Donald Trump visited the grave of Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, the late leader of the Lubavitch movement, in Queens, marking the ann...

In this pre-Yom Kippur webcast, Chabad.org offers a platform for communal reflection and inspiration by sharing stories from individuals directly affected by...

During Rosh Hashanah services, Park Avenue Synagogue featured a unique performance by Broadway stars, including Julie Benko and Talia Suskauer, singing "Seas...

Leah Koenig, known for her insightful contributions to The Jewish Table, shares a reflective moment on Yom Kippur by presenting a heartfelt poem-prayer to he...

Elana Stein Hain explores how memory and solidarity intertwine during the High Holidays, emphasizing the necessity of collective remembrance, particularly in...

Sigal Manzuri, coping with the tragic loss of her daughters Norelle and Roya, who were murdered alongside Norelle's boyfriend at the Nova music festival by H...

The article delves into the devastating impact that Hamas attacks have had on the residents of Israeli kibbutzim like Nir Oz and Kfar Aza. Through personal s...

This episode from the "Ordinary People, Extraordinary Stories" podcast centers around the aftermath of the traumatic events since October 7th. It brings fort...

The video explores the complex emotional challenge of celebrating Simchat Torah when it coincides with the anniversary of a tragic event, specifically a mass...

The commemoration of Oct. 7, marking last year's tragic attack by Hamas during Simchat Torah, is shaping this year’s Yom Kippur observances. Jewish leaders a...

Daniel Clarke-Serret critiques the nebulous nature of Rosh Hashanah, dubbing it a Jewish holiday in need of "a good script editor." He contrasts its ambiguit...

In a meaningful initiative led by the Federation of Jewish Communities of Ukraine (FJCU) and Rabbi Yaakov Sinyakov, Jewish soldiers on the Ukrainian frontlin...

Jewish a cappella group Six13 has released a pop punk parody for Rosh Hashanah, adapting Bowling for Soup's 2004 hit "1985," which aligns perfectly with the ...

Jay Michaelson reflects on the complex emotions surrounding Rosh Hashanah during a turbulent time marked by conflict involving Israel, Hezbollah, and Iran. H...

Sarah Osborne explores the complexities surrounding the practice of eating in "shiurim" on Yom Kippur for those who cannot safely fast. Drawing on personal n...

Exploring the evolution of a traditional Rosh Hashanah apple cake, this recipe offers a modern twist by incorporating rye flour, caraway seeds, thyme, and a ...

Allison Fishman Task reflects on her ambivalence towards the traditional High Holiday narrative of divine judgment but embraces the period's opportunity for ...

With the backdrop of another Iranian missile attack on Israel, Yonit Levy and Jonathan Friedland discuss the nation's resilience and the impact of the past y...

As Rosh Hashanah approaches, Yonit and Jonathan discuss the intensified Iranian threat against Israel, marked by a recent attack of ballistic missiles, offer...

The article draws a parallel between quantum physics and Jewish philosophy to explain the relational essence of existence and its reflection in Rosh Hashanah...

The article explores the multifaceted symbolism of the shofar in Jewish tradition. Its unadorned, natural form, mandated by Halakhah, underscores its role as...

Roseanne Benjamin shares her journey of becoming a cantor, reflecting on her first High Holiday assignment at a small synagogue in Connecticut. As a fourth-y...

Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, is rich with food customs that hold deep symbolic meanings. Many of these foods are part of the holiday's traditional mea...

Vanessa Ochs reflects on her evolving perspective regarding Rosh Hashanah blessings that curse enemies, a tradition nuanced by her comfortable upbringing as ...

The tradition of placing stones on Jewish graves is deeper than merely marking a visit. As Rabbi Daniel Cohen explains, gravestones symbolize the static lega...

Parashat Haazinu, read on Shabbat Shuvah, poetically warns of the consequences Israel faces if it fails to uphold the divine covenant. Positioned between Ros...

The article provides a detailed schedule of Jewish festive and fast times for the period from October 2 to October 11, referencing locations across the UK. I...

This festive Rosh Hashanah recipe for baked apples combines traditional flavors with a unique twist, courtesy of Cointreau-marinated figs that add an adult f...

Avi Schild's poignant piece, "Yom Teruah," reflects on the cries and anguish associated with the Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashanah, often called Yom Teruah, the...

Tevi Troy reflects on a personal tradition of reading in synagogue during the High Holidays, a practice dating back in his family. Given the extensive time s...

In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, Jewish communities in regions like Greenville, SC, and Asheville, NC face significant challenges. As the High Holidays ...

Laurie Dickstein-Fischer shares how her breast cancer diagnosis during the Jewish High Holidays profoundly transformed her experience of this significant tim...

During a Rosh Hashanah event, the Rebbe faced unexpected obstacles when locked gates barred entry to Brooklyn’s Botanical Gardens, where Tashlich was traditi...

Marking the anniversary of the October 7 pogrom, a communal gathering in London coincides with Tzom Gedaliah, a Jewish fast commemorating the assassination o...

Honey cake, a traditional Ashkenazi treat for Rosh Hashanah, can be tricky to perfect. Key tips include precise measurement of ingredients, ensuring freshnes...

As Rosh Hashanah approaches, the writer reflects on how the absence of her deceased parents has altered the High Holy Days for her family. Originally splitti...

The High Holy Days present a pivotal but challenging entry point into the Jewish community for interfaith couples, similar to how Easter might be a daunting ...

Fabienne Viner-Luzzato shares a Rosh Hashanah recipe for spicy salmon fish balls accompanied by two unique tahina-based dips—apple-date and beetroot-pomegran...