Rosh Hashanah

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Avinu Malkeinu

The prayer for "our father, our king," said on Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur.

Rosh Hashanah 2022

In 2022, Rosh Hashanah begins at sundown on Sunday, Sept. 25 and ends at sundown on Tuesday Sept. 27.

Do Jews Fast on Rosh Hashanah?

Rosh Hashanah is a time for eating! Jews fast on Yom Kippur, and some other holidays as well.

The Shofar Blasts

The ram's horn is blown on the High Holidays in three specific ways.

Rosh Hashanah Quiz

Test your knowledge of the Jewish New Year.

Haftarah for Shabbat Shuvah

The Haftarah selection comes from Hosea 14:2-10 and Micah 7:18-20. Ashkenazic communities add Joel 2:15-27.

The 13 Attributes of Mercy

Asking God for forgiveness.

Making Synagogue Meaningful on the High Holidays

Or, how to survive Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur services.

The Shofar as Prayer

Lessons from tradition about the meaning of the ram's horn blown on Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur.

Tzom Gedaliah

The history and observance of this minor fast day right after Rosh Hashanah.

Rosh Hashanah Musaf Amidah

The additional Amidah contains the major themes of the holiday season.

How To Make A Shofar

Step-by-step instructions, materials not included.

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