Judaism: Rosh Hashanah And Yom Kippur

Of the religions, we’ve studied in this class so far, Judaism is one of the most interesting to me. For many Jewish people, one of the most fundamental aspects of Judaism is the observance of holy days. Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur are two of the most important days of the year for Jewish people. The practice originates from the Talmud, which is considered holy. The holidays are comprised of the two holidays and the ten days in between them. Both Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur are part of the Jewish New Year, and occur during autumn. Jewish people believe that their god judges them on the previous year to determine their fate for the coming year. Yom Kippur is the last day to change the judgement written for them by their god, so it is vital to make good with friends and neighbors, as well their god. Understanding Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur is an important part of understanding Judaism.

The practice calls Jewish people to prayer and self-reflection. On this day, Jewish people refrain from working, and might attend synagogue. Another way that Jewish people celebrate Rosh Hashanah is by sending greeting cards to friends and relatives, and by eating fruit and bread dipped in honey, which is supposed to bring sweetness in the coming year. Jewish people also enjoy round Challah bread, honey cake, and tizimmes on Rosh Hashanah. Rosh Hashanah begins ten days of pertinence, which Jewish people observe by praying and reflecting. These ten days are called the “Days of Awe,” which end with the Day of