Rabbi Saadia Gaon’s 10 Reasons for Sounding the Shofar
This post summarizes ten different symbolic explanations as to why we blow the shofar on Rosh Hashana, according to Rabbi
Selichot: Prayers of Repentance
This article by Rabbi Dr. Reuven Hammer explains the origins, significance and structure of selichot – the special prayers recited during
Tzom Gedaliah Fast Day
This article from Chabad.org explains the origins, historical background, and ritual observances of the minor fast day of Tzom Gedaliah, observed on the day after Rosh
A Technical Explanation of the Shofar Blasts
In this highly technical video (6:38), Orthodox rabbi, author and educator, Hadar Margolin, explains why we hear 100 blasts of
Preparing for the New Year with Rabbi Sacks: A Thought Provoking Video Series
This post contains a series of ten short, thought-provoking videos to help prepare for the new year. Recorded by Rabbi Lord
Rosh Hashanah 101
This introductory article briefly explains the history, customs and significance of Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, a time of both rejoicing
Elul & Rosh Hashanah: What’s Love Got to Do With It?
In this short yet profound video, Charlie Harary suggests that the month of Elul and the holiday of Rosh Hashanah provide us with
Mayim Bialik: 4 Things Jews Do on Rosh Hashanah
In this short, informal video, actress and neuroscientist Mayim Bialik introduces four Rosh Hashanah customs: eating ritual foods, hearing the blowing of
Rabbi Sacks: 3 Fundamental Questions for the High Holidays
In this short yet inspiring video, Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks, the previous Chief Rabbi of Great Britain, prompts viewers to ask
Rosh Hashanah Customs
In this clear video, aimed at both Jews and non-Jews, Rabbi Yechiel Eckstein introduces the customs and spiritual significance of