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Rosh Hashanah is the first two days of the month of Tishrei, and is the Jewish New Year. Our traditions state that at that time the world is judged for the coming year (Talmud, Rosh Hashanah 16a); and during services we read the Torah and say prayers which ask for a good year and which declare God's kingship over the world. The shofar (ram's horn) is blown (Leviticus 23:24; Talmud, Rosh Hashanah 33b-34a), symbolically heralding God's kingship, and calling to mind the covenant of Isaac (see Genesis ch.22). Festive meals are held in the home, and traditional foods (such as the well-known apple dipped in honey) are eaten to symbolize a sweet year (See Talmud, Keritut 6a).See also:
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∙ 13y agoThe same thing as the New Year in any culture. A change in the year. A fresh start. A time to think about self improvement.
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What does eating cornbread on New Year's Day signify?
New Beginnings!!!
What holy day coincides with the Jewish New Year?
Rosh Hashana is the Jewish New Year.
Why do they drop the ball on at 12 00am New Year's Day?
They drop the ball o signify the new year.
What marks the beginning of the Jewish new year?
The Jewish new year is the holiday Rosh Hashana which literally translates to "head of the year".
What is roshahanna?
The Jewish new year
When does the Jewish New Year begin?
The Jewish new year, Rosh Hashanah, will begin Sep. 8th this year at sunset and end Sep. 10th at nightfall. For more info, go to jewfaq.org
Why does the Jewish people celebrate rosh hashanah?
Jewish New Year
Definition of Rashashana Jewish holiday?
It's the Jewish New Year
What does the lunar New Year signify?
The lunar new year signifies the coming together of family members for a meal. It is celebrated worldwide to mark the first day of the new year in the Chinese calendar.
What does lunar new year signify?
The lunar new year signifies the coming together of family members for a meal. It is celebrated worldwide to mark the first day of the new year in the Chinese calendar.
What is eaten to symbolize a sweet new year in the Jewish new year?
Apples and honey.
What is new year in Jewish?
Rosh Hashana
