Yom Kippur Begins: Chabad of Northampton Kicks Off Events

Yom Kippur begins: Chabad of Northampton kicks off events

NORTHAMPTON, Mass. (WWLP) - Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish calendar, begins at sundown on Wednesday, with the Chabad of Northampton hosting a series of events to mark the occasion. These Massachusetts restaurants awarded funding to help address food insecurity The observance of Yom Kippur, known as the Day of Atonement, will continue until after nightfall on Thursday. It is a significant part of the Jewish high holiday season, w…

When is Yom Kippur? What to know about Judaism's holiest day, the Day of Atonement

Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish calendar is here, and will include a day of fasting, prayer and repentance.

A Day of Reset: Yom Kippur, Forgiveness, and the Courage to Begin Again

Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, falls this week. It is Judaism’s holiest day, a time reserved for spiritual renewal, repentance, and reconciliation. For 25 hours, Jews around the world fast, pray, and reflect on their missteps. It is, in effect, a national and personal reset. It is a chance to turn inward, admit faults, seek forgiveness, and resolve to do better. That message is desperately needed in today’s America. Our discourse, online and …

Yom Kippur observance & rituals: A beginner’s Q&A to the Jewish Day of Atonement

You asked, we answered! Rabbi Sara Himeles answered all of your Yom Kippur questions. Here’s everything you need to know about the Jewish Day of Atonement. Besides creating a sacred space/gathering inspirational readings: what should we do if were not attending synagogue? If you’re not attending synagogue but still want to take part in some Yom Kippur observances, you can fast, pray, and refrain from work. If you don’t have a machzor (High Holid…

How Do I Celebrate Yom Kippur at Home by Myself?

Hello and welcome back to Hey Alma’s advice column on all things Jewish life. Read on for advice from our resident deputy editor/bossy Capricorn Jew, and submit your own dilemmas anonymously here. Hey, Hey Alma, I don’t know how to celebrate Yom Kippur at home alone. I can’t afford to go to synagogue right now but I want to keep the tradition alive. — Atoning Alone? A Humble Request: Hey Alma's content is free because we believe eve…