wishing all who are celebrating Rosh Hashanah this weekend a very peaceful and happy time


Rosh Hashanah is the Jewish New Year, and literally translates to the “head of the year,” as Rosh means head and Hashanah means the year. It is the birthday of the creation of the world, and the beginning of a season of reflection, introspection, and joy. Rosh Hashanah has one of the highest attendances in the synagogue of all Jewish holidays.

It is celebrated with the blasting of the Shofar, celebratory meals, foods like apples and honey, tashlich, and prayer services in synagogue.

It also commemorates the creation of the universe and symbolizes renewal and a fresh start. These ideas are reflected in the special additions to the synagogue prayers, the ritual of Tashlich, and the introduction of new and novel foods at the festive meal.

https://exploringjudaism.org/rosh-ha...caAt03EALw_wcB