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Rosh Hashana is Hebrew for "New Year" it traditionally refers to the start of a new calendar year for Jews.
This is different to other cultures because the Jewish calendar is lunar.(dates are worked out by the cycle of the moon)
The first month in the calendar year is called "Tishrei". Rosh Hashana is 2 days long.Jews listen to the sound of a rams horn and attend synagouge on these days. Also it is a custom to eat apples dipped in honey to symbolise that the new year should be as sweet as apples dipped in honey.
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What was the date of rosh hashanah in 1959?
Rosh Hashanah was on October 3rd in 1959.
Who celebrates Rosh Hashanah and why is it celebrated?
Rosh Hashanah is the Jewish New Year.
Is Rosh Hashanah a Jewish and Samaritan holiday?
Rosh Hashanah is the Jewish New Year.
What day was Rosh Hashanah in 1943?
Rosh Hashanah fell on September 30th, 1943.
When will Rosh Hashanah begin in the year 2015?
In 2014, Rosh Hashanah will begin at sundown on September 24.In 2015, Rosh Hashanah will begin at sundown on September 13.
When is l shana tova this year 2015?
The holy days of Rosh Hashanah were on September 14-15 this year (2015). Rosh Hashanah began at sunset on September 13. During Rosh Hashanah, "L'shanah tovah" is the customary greeting.See also:More about Rosh Hashanah
What is the main tradition for Rosh Hashanah?
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Are libraries closed on Rosh Hashanah?
Some libraries are closed on Rosh Hashanah and some are not. It depends on which library you are referring to.
What are the days between rosh hashana and rosh chodesh?
Rosh Hashanah is on Rosh Chodesh. What you mean to ask is, What are the days between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. These are the Aseret Yemai Teshuvah, the Ten Days of Repentance.
Why are schools closed on Rosh Hashanah?
In the United States, most schools are not closed on Rosh Hashanah. In countries such as Israel they might be closed. Rosh Hashanah is an important Jewish celebration and the population of Israel is largely Jewish.
How many days in israel Rosh Hashanah?
Rosh Hashana is the only Jewish holiday that is two days long both in and out of Israel. See the question "why does rosh hashanah last for two days"
Do you light a memorial candle for Rosh Hashanah?
Yes, because you can light additional candles on Rosh Hashanah from an existing flame.
