The images of the secular New Year—Times Square, Champagne in fancy glasses, funny hats and noisemakers—are all fun and happy. ...

The first day of the year becomes the day of judgment.

Ever since we had kids, I’ve started to really love the idea of coming back home. Maybe it’s to see ...

Rosh Hashanah deals not just with the Jewish New Year, but also with questions of how the Jewish calendar is decided.

Surprising connections about what sacrifice really means

During the High Holiday period, we expect a great deal from ourselves. Putting aside the business of material holiday preparation ...

Not to alarm you or anything, but the High Holidays are coming up. My fam and I haven’t figured out ...

How I came out on Rosh Hashanah...twice.

Turning January 1 into a Jewish-themed celebration

I think everyone has their favorite holiday—you know, the holiday that gets you giddy and excited. And my favorite Jewish ...