When is the end of Rosh Hashanah, and when is the start of Yom Kippur in 2022? Read here

September 25 will see Jewish believers celebrating their new year, or Rosh Hashanah.​ Throughout Rosh Hashanah, people will do good actions hoping that God writes their names in the Book of Life, granting them a joyful and prosperous year ahead.

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Rosh Hashanah commemorates the universe's birth and marks the start of the Days of Awe, a 10-day period of repentance that concludes with Yom Kippur. This day is called Atonement Day.

When is the end of Rosh Hashanah?

Rosh Hashanah, a two-day festival, will conclude at sunset on Tuesday, September 27. As Jewish holidays follow the Hebrew calendar rather than the Gregorian calendar, they begin and conclude at that time. Rosh Hashanah is the day when God is said to have created Adam and Eve, and it is a time to commemorate the beginning of the universe.



Hanukkah: All about the Jewish festival of lights
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Hanukkah: All about the Jewish festival of lights

Hanukkah: All about the Jewish festival of lights

Its history

Hanukkah marks the recovery of Jerusalem, and the re-dedication of the Second Temple.

Its historyHanukkah marks the recovery of Jerusalem, and the re-dedication of the Second Temple.

Festival of lights

Hanukkah in Hebrew means dedication. It's also called the festival of lights.

Festival of lightsHanukkah in Hebrew means dedication. It's also called the festival of lights.

8 nights

Hanukkah is observed for eight nights and days. The practice started in 2nd cent BC.

8 nightsHanukkah is observed for eight nights and days. The practice started in 2nd cent BC.

The menorah

It is observed by lighting the candles of a menorah - candelabrum with nine branches.

The menorahIt is observed by lighting the candles of a menorah - candelabrum with nine branches.

Electric lights

Electric lights are sometimes used, especially where an open flame is not permitted.

Electric lightsElectric lights are sometimes used, especially where an open flame is not permitted.

Hanukkah games

Jews also sing the Hanukkah songs, and play with a 4-sided spinning top called dreidel.

Hanukkah gamesJews also sing the Hanukkah songs, and play with a 4-sided spinning top called dreidel.

Potato pancake latke, sweet casserole kugel and donut sufganiyah are festival foods.

Potato pancake latke, sweet casserole kugel and donut sufganiyah are festival foods.

Hanukkah is also celebrated in a big way by Jews in places like North America.

Hanukkah is also celebrated in a big way by Jews in places like North America.

This year Hanukkah is celebrated from November 28 sunset to December 6 nightfall.

This year Hanukkah is celebrated from November 28 sunset to December 6 nightfall.


What exactly does Shana Tova mean?

With Rosh Hashanah extending until Tuesday night at sundown, you'll have plenty of opportunity to greet Jewish friends and neighbors a happy new year - or a Shana Tova. Shana Tova is the abbreviated greeting for a happy new year.

It is a condensed way of the customary wish of 'L'shanah Tovah tikatev taihatem, that is, may you be inscribed and sealed for a prosperous year.

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When precisely is Yom Kippur?

Yom Kippur will begin Tuesday evening, October 4, and finish Wednesday evening, October 5. The Jewish faith observes two High Holy Days: Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. Rosh Hashanah is a Jewish celebration that begins a 10-day period of repentance and introspection in which Jews are invited to reflect on their behavior in the previous year.

FAQ

What is the religious significance of the days between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur?
According to their beliefs during the 10 Days of Awe between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, God is said to evaluate everything, choosing whether they will survive or die in the future year.

When will Yom Kippur begin?
Yom Kippur will begin Tuesday evening, October 4, and finish Wednesday evening, October 5.
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