Traditions that Unite Us: A Time to Reflect and Rejoice
Explore the rhythm of the Jewish Holidays in New Hampshire Magazine.
The Jewish Holiday of Yom Kippur
The Jewish holiday of Yom Kippur is the holiest day in the faith’s calendar. According to Robin Nafshi, rabbi of Temple Beth Jacob in Concord, it involves a complete fast: no food, no drinks, and many people refrain from wearing cosmetics or leather.
“When I was very young, I used to say to people, ‘Oh, we go to synagogue and weep for our sins,’”
said Rabbi Nafshi. Translated as “The Day of Atonement,” Yom Kippur is a somber day of reflecting on your regrets from the past year.
Rabbi Nafshi holds branches of palm, willow, and myrtle with a citron under the sukkah, which are used for a Sukkot ceremony.
Author's summary: Jewish holidays unite people.
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