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Yom Kippur guide 2026: How and when to celebrate the Jewish Day of Atonement

Here’s a rundown of everything you need to know about Yom Kippur, the Jewish Day of Atonement, in 2026 and how to celebrate it.

The work of repair: What teshuvah can teach us about apology, accountability, and letting go

The Jewish practice of teshuvah shows how to confront mistakes, make meaningful amends and move forward without being defined by them.

What is Rosh Hashanah? Jewish New Year traditions and symbols explained

Why do Jews dip apples in honey, blow the shofar and perform tashlich? Learn the meaning behind these Rosh Hashanah traditions and symbols.

How to wish your Jewish friends a happy Rosh Hashanah

There are several different ways to wish someone a happy new year or greet someone on Rosh Hashanah — here’s a couple you can use:

Filling the silence: What does the shofar ask of us on Rosh Hashanah?

The shofar’s cry calls us to ask the questions we’ve been avoiding, confront painful truths and recognize that we’re strong enough to face the answers.

Rosh Hashanah guide 2026: How and when to celebrate the Jewish New Year

Here’s a rundown of everything you need to know about Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, and how to celebrate it.

Why is it so hard to admit when we’re wrong?

A home run is a state of mind (finale)

Why your Rosh Hashanah honey tastes different every year

A beekeeper on why no two jars of honey are alike, and how to pick one worth dipping into this Rosh Hashanah.

Beyond apples and honey: Rosh Hashanah traditions and foods from around the world

From sugar-dipped apples in Turkey to pickled olives in Tunisia, Jewish communities have developed their own ways of welcoming the new year.

High Holidays 2026 guide: When are Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur 2026?

Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur never land the same time twice — so when are the High Holidays in 2026? We’ve got you.

You are already home: A mindfulness practice for Rosh Hashana (part 9)

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