Judaica Knowledge Base

The Ten Days of Repentance are the period beginning with Rosh Hashanah and continuing through Yom Kippur. In Jewish tradition, these days are set aside for reflection, teshuvah, prayer, and ethical r … read more

Tashlich is a symbolic Rosh Hashanah ceremony traditionally performed near a natural body of water. During Tashlich, individuals reflect on their actions and symbolically cast away mistakes as part o … read more

Simanim are symbolic foods eaten on Rosh Hashanah to express hopes and blessings for the new year. The word “simanim” means “signs” or “symbols,” and each food is … read more

Apples dipped in honey are among the most familiar foods associated with Rosh Hashanah. This simple custom expresses one of the central hopes of the Jewish New Year: that the year ahead should be swe … read more

The shofar is one of the most powerful and recognizable symbols of Rosh Hashanah. Made from a ram’s horn, it is sounded during the holiday as a call to reflection, repentance, and spiritual awa … read more