What is Rosh Hashanah and how is it celebrated?

Written by : Amelia Smith

Rosh Hashanah is the Jewish New Year and one of the most significant holidays in Judaism.

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It marks the beginning of the High Holy Days, a ten-day period of reflection and repentance leading up to Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement.

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Rosh Hashanah falls on the first and second days of the Jewish month of Tishrei, which usually occurs in September or October.

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The holiday is a time for Jewish people to reflect on the past year, seek forgiveness for their sins, and make resolutions for self-improvement.

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One of the central customs is the sounding of the shofar, a ram's horn, during synagogue services. It serves as a wake-up call for spiritual introspection.

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Special Rosh Hashanah prayers and liturgy are recited, including the poignant "Unetanneh Tokef," which emphasizes the divine judgment and the "Book of Life."

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A key element of the celebration is sharing festive meals with family and friends, featuring symbolic foods like apples dipped in honey to symbolize a sweet year ahead.

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Round challah bread, instead of the typical braided loaf, is often used to represent the cyclical nature of the year.

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Tashlich, a ritual of casting away sins, involves throwing breadcrumbs into a flowing body of water to symbolize the casting off of one's transgressions.

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Rosh Hashanah is a time of unity, reflection, and renewal, fostering a sense of community and connection among Jewish individuals and communities worldwide.

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