Yom Kippur greetings: What to say to your Jewish friends on Yom Kippur “Happy Yom Kippur” isn’t quite right. Here’s what to say instead — and why words matter on the holiest day of the Jewish year.
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 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.
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.
‘I am for my beloved and my beloved is for me’: Why is the month of Elul so important in Judaism? What is Elul, and how is it observed? Explore the meaning of the Hebrew month and the traditions that prepare Jews for Rosh Hashanah.
Is Shavuot more important than Yom Kippur in Judaism? Shavuot and Yom Kippur are separate holidays. But in Judaism, they tell one story about revelation, failure, and rebuilding the covenant.