Yom Kippur is a day of fasting, prayer, and repentance in the Jewish religion. In addition to prayer and reflection, there are several readings that are traditionally associated with the holiday. Here are some things to read on Yom Kippur:
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Torah Readings: The main Torah reading for Yom Kippur is Leviticus 16, which describes the special service performed in the Sanctuary by the High Priest on Yom Kippur. Other Torah readings for the day include Leviticus 18, which deals with forbidden sexual relationships, and the book of Jonah, which is read during the afternoon service.
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Haftarah Readings: In addition to the Torah readings, there are also readings from the prophets, known as haftarah readings. These readings are chosen to complement the Torah readings and provide additional insights into the themes of the day. The haftarah reading for the morning service is Isaiah 57:14-58:14, and the haftarah for the afternoon service is the book of Jonah.
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Liturgical Texts: There are also several liturgical texts that are traditionally associated with Yom Kippur, including the Kol Nidre prayer, which is recited at the beginning of the evening service, and the Vidui confession, which is recited several times throughout the day.
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Books: Some people also choose to read books or other texts on Yom Kippur. For example, one Reddit user recommends "Messengers of G-d" by Elie Wiesel, which is easy to read in one day. Other popular choices might include Jewish history books, biographies, or books about Israel.
