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Used for general discussions of Rosh Ha-Shana. Use in conjunction with the index term "customs and observances, Jewish" if the observance of the holiday is discussed. Use in conjunction with the keyword "sense of time: Jewish Holidays" if discussed as the date of an event that occurred while in the camp or while in hiding. (en-US)

Definizione

One of the High Holidays. The Jewish New Year and day of judgment (Yom Ha-Din), this holiday commemorates the creation of the world. During this holiday, Jews are encouraged to rejoice over the new year as well as concentrate on repentance, prayer, and acts of loving kindness to mitigate the severity of God's judgment on the past year. It is observed by sounding the shofar (ram's horn), attending synagogue, and eating festive meals (including apples and honey). The prohibtions are similar to those on Shabbat, with the exception of cooking, carrying, and transferring fire. (en-US)

Fonte

Klein, Isaac. A Guide to Jewish Religious Practice. New York: Jewish Theological Seminary of America and KTAV Publishing House, 1979. pp. 181

Termini più generici

• festività religiose (ebraiche)