Rosh Hashanah

2024 - 10 - 2

Rosh Hashanah: Sweet Traditions and Unexpected Connections!

Cultural significance - Hank Greenberg - High Holy Days - Jewish New Year - Jewish traditions - Moscow community initiative - Rosh Hashanah - Shofar

Dive into Rosh Hashanah's extraordinary traditions and heartwarming initiatives that bring communities together, plus a quirky baseball twist!

Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, is knocking at the door, bringing along its delightful traditions that include sweet apples dipped in honey and round challah bread garnished with raisins. Celebrated this year starting on the evening of October 2, 2024, this two-day festival serves as a period of reflection and new beginnings, inviting Jewish communities, especially those in Greater Manchester, to gear up for a significant time filled with prayer, introspection, and joy. The holiday not only marks the creation of the world but also signals the start of the High Holy Days, leading to Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, which occurs ten days later.

The spirit of Rosh Hashanah stretches beyond individual observance, as it fosters community cohesion. For instance, in a heartwarming initiative, the Chief Rabbi of Moscow has spearheaded an effort to distribute food baskets to needy families, ensuring that no one feels alone during the High Holy Days. This generous act serves as a poignant reminder of the core values of Rosh Hashanah – compassion and communal support. Additionally, the observance of prayers near bodies of water is a cherished tradition, symbolizing the casting off of one’s sins and starting anew.

But Rosh Hashanah isn't just about food and prayers; it's also an opportunity for families to confront difficult themes. The solemnity of the Seder dinner, particularly through the use of challenging questions in the High Holidays Haggadah, prompts deep familial discussions about accountability and self-reflection. This blend of joy and introspection transforms Rosh Hashanah into a profound celebration that spurs both personal and collective growth, reminding everyone that every new year is a chance to be better than the last.

Interestingly, not only does Rosh Hashanah resonate within the Jewish community, but it also finds unexpected links in popular culture. Take the fascinating case of Hank Greenberg, a baseball player whose significance transcended the diamond; he famously played on Rosh Hashanah in 1934 while also observing the day of rest. This quirky blend of sports and spirituality showcases how cultures often intersect in the most unexpected ways.

And here’s a little-known fact: worldwide, the Jewish population has recently surged to 15.8 million, with notable concentrations in Israel and the United States! So, as communities celebrate Rosh Hashanah together, they also celebrate a dynamic and growing heritage that continues to thrive globally. The melodies of the Shofar, the traditional ram's horn, will resonate throughout homes, symbolizing not just a new year but a revitalised community spirit for 5785!

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Rosh Hashanah 2024: When is the Jewish festival and how to wish ... (Yahoo TV UK)

Jewish communities across Greater Manchester will be celebrating the high holidays throughout this month, starting with Rosh Hashanah this week.

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Moscow Community Distributes Rosh Hashanah Essentials (Anash.org - Good News)

Ahead of Rosh Hashanah, every needy family and individual in Moscow received a generous food basket in a successful initiative spearheaded by Chief Rabbi of ...

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Rosh Hashanah met with prayer for peace (Jackson Hole News&Guide)

The Jewish calendar is about to welcome the year 5785 with Challah bread garnished with raisins and apples dipped in honey. But Rosh Hashanah is about much ...

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What is Rosh Hashanah? Here's what to know about the Jewish ... (AZCentral.com)

The two-day celebration marks the start of the Jewish New Year and is filled with traditions, like eating a round challah and saying prayers near a body of ...

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Rosh Hashanah 2024 begins this week. Here's what to know about ... (The News Journal)

Rosh Hashanah, one of Judaism's High Holidays, will begin its two-day celebration this week. The holiday celebrates “the head of the year” and marks the ...

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How my family is confronting this Rosh Hashanah (The Jerusalem Post)

Themes of transparency and accountability arise in my mother's Rosh Hashanah Seder and High Holidays Haggadah's series of questions about judgment.

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Rosh Hashanah 2024: When it starts, how to celebrate (Akron Beacon Journal)

Here's what you need to know about Rosh Hashanah 2024. What it means, how to celebrate and more.

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Rosh Hashanah in Houston: What to know (Houston Chronicle)

The festival begins on the first day of Tishrei during the seventh month based on the Hebrew calendar. Rosh Hashanah celebrates the creation of the world and ...

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Rosh Hashana, the Jewish New Year, is this week. Here's what to ... (Stockton Record)

The holiday, also spelled Rosh Hashanah, marks the beginning of the Jewish High Holy Days and leads up to Yom Kippur, the Jewish day of atonement.

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World's Jewish population hits 15.8 million, on eve of Rosh Hashanah (The Times of Israel)

Jewish Agency says 7.3 million Jews reside in Israel, 6.3 million in US; number of Jews worldwide has increased by 100000 over the last year.

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Rosh Hashanah starts tonight. What is it, and what do you say on ... (Oklahoman.com)

Rosh Hashanah begins at sunset on October 2. Here's what you need to know about the Jewish holiday.

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For Hank Greenberg, baseball was religion. Rosh Hashanah made ... (The Washington Post)

Before Hank Greenberg sat on Yom Kippur, he starred on Rosh Hashanah for the 1934 Detroit Tigers.

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Jewish High Holy days begin sundown Wednesday. Don't make a ... (Florida Today)

What do you say to someone observing Yom Kippur? Here's a hint: it's not "Happy Yom Kippur."

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As a new Jewish year begins, Israel's 68000 evacuees celebrate ... (The Jewish News of Northern California)

(JTA) — At this point, Gabi Hasin had grown used to fleeing his home ahead of missile fire from Lebanon. A resident of the northern border city of Kiryat ...

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Happy Rosh Hashanah (ADL)

As we begin the Jewish New Year of Rosh Hashanah tomorrow at sundown, we want to share insights from ADL Rabbinic Fellow David Wolpe with you.

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Shana tovah: What is Rosh Hashanah and when does it start in 2024? (masslive.com)

The sound of a shofar will mark the beginning of Rosh Hashanah, which will be observed for two days this week.

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When is Rosh Hashana? What to know about the Jewish new year ... (The Columbus Dispatch)

Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, marks the beginning of the Jewish High Holy Days. Here's what to know.

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Programming Note: Rosh Hashanah 5785 - Happy & Healthy ... (Search Engine Roundtable)

This is a programming note that Thursday and Wednesday are Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year and I will be offline the next two days.

Governor Polis Releases Statement Celebrating Rosh Hashanah ... (Colorado.gov)

DENVER - Today, Governor Jared Polis released the following statement to celebrate Rosh Hashanah. This holiday, the Jewish New Year, is observed from ...

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This is the most disorienting Rosh Hashanah in memory (Forward)

A metastasizing war inspires uncertainty, anxiety and ambivalence as we await the new year and the blowing of the shofar.

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Rosh Hashanah begins today (KPCC)

The holiday leads to Yom Kippur, the holiest Jewish holiday, which is a time for observers to consider their sins and wrongdoings of the previous year. The ...

Statement by the Prime Minister on Rosh Hashanah (Prime Minister of Canada)

Tonight, at sunset, Jewish communities in Canada and around the world will celebrate Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year.

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When is Rosh Hashanah? What to know about the Jewish new year ... (The Columbus Dispatch)

It is also celebrated by lighting candles each evening, festive holiday meals, and a special repentance prayer recited near bodies of water known as Tashlich.

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For Chicago Jews, a somber Rosh Hashanah amid escalating ... (CBS News)

At a suburban synagogue, the turmoil of the past year has the rabbi struggling with what to tell his congregation.

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Rosh Hashanah 2024 begins tonight: What's a proper Rosh ... (KGW.com)

There are many acceptable ways to greet someone who is celebrating Rosh Hashanah. Author: Andrew Weil. Published: 1:58 PM PDT October 2, 2024.

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Jewish community in DFW celebrates Rosh Hashanah amid ... (NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth)

Wednesday night is Rosh Hashanah, the start of the Jewish new year. It comes as Israel remains embroiled in an ongoing conflict on multiple fronts in the Middle ...

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Rosh Hashanah has deeper meaning after Iran's attack on Israel (CBS Miami)

Rosh Hashanah is one of the holiest days for Jewish people and the new year takes on a special meaning.

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Rosh Hashanah begins at sunset on Wednesday. What to know ... (El Paso Times)

Rosh Hashanah means “Head of the Year” in Hebrew and marks the beginning of the Jewish new year. The holiday begins at sunset on Wednesday.

Statement from Speaker Adams on Rosh Hashanah (New York City Council)

“As Jewish New Yorkers gather to celebrate Rosh Hashanah beginning this evening, I wish all those who are observing a happy and sweet new year.

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Happy Rosh Hashana and a Sweet New Year to all of our Jewish ... (My Manchester News)

What is Rosh Hashana? Rosh Hashana is the Jewish New Year Festival. It is considered one of the 'High Holy' days and is observed by many Jewish people ...

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In Photos: Greenwich's Temple Sholom celebrates start of Rosh ... (Greenwich Time)

Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, began Wednesday at sundown and concludes Friday at nightfall.

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Rosh Hashanah 2024 begins tonight: What's a proper Rosh ... (THV11.com KTHV)

There are many acceptable ways to greet someone who is celebrating Rosh Hashanah. Author: Andrew Weil. Published: 3:58 PM CDT October 2, 2024.

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What − and when − is Rosh Hashanah? Here's what to know ... (The Providence Journal)

It is now Rosh Hashanah for Jewish people. What is the meaning of the holiday, and how does Yom Kippur tie into it? Here's what to know.

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What is Rosh Hashanah? Here's what to know about the Jewish ... (Savannah Morning News)

Rosh Hashanah, or the Jewish New Year, began on evening Oct. 2 and last through the evening on Oct. 4 this year. Here's what to know about the holiday.

The Entwined Themes of Ha'azinu and Rosh Hashanah (The Jewish Standard)

Shabbat Ha'azinu, also Shabbat Shuvah, is essentially part of our Rosh Hashanah experience this year (not that it is ever too far away). For context, Moses ...

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