Rosh Hashanah is a Jewish holiday that marks the beginning of the Jewish year. It is celebrated on the first and second days of the Jewish month of Tishrei, which usually falls in September or October. Rosh Hashanah is also known as the Day of Judgment or the Day of Remembrance. It is a time for self-reflection and repentance, as well as an opportunity to improve oneself. Key features of Rosh Hashanah include:
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Shofar: During Rosh Hashanah, a rams horn that makes a trumpet-like sound, called a shofar, is blown as a wake-up call to prepare for the Tishrei holidays.
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Prayer: A special prayer service is held at the synagogue during Rosh Hashanah.
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Charity: Giving charity to people in need, known as tzedakah, is also part of the holiday.
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Day of Judgment: Rosh Hashanah is also known as the Day of Judgment, on which God opens the Books of Life and Death, which are then sealed on Yom Kippur.
Rosh Hashanah is a time for family gatherings, festive meals, and sweet foods, such as apples dipped in honey, to symbolize the hope for a sweet new year.
