Oct 04, 2022
Israel observes Yom Kippur
The annual commemoration of the Day of Atonement begins at sundown this evening. By Erin Viner Yom Kippur is the holiest day of the Jewish calendar. It is marked wit a 25-hour fast,…
Sep 26, 2022
Israel celebrates New Year
Jews around the world are marking the start of the year 5783. By Erin Viner The occasion begins with observance of the beginning of “Days of Awe,” falling on the…
Sep 15, 2021
Jews prepare to observe Yom Kippur
The Jewish People are preparing to observe the Yom Kippur Day of Atonement, which begins at sundown this evening. By Erin Viner Yom Kippur is the holiest day of the…