Rosh Hashanah is considered the time of redemption, the day of judgment and is considered a solemn festival. On this day, G_d Almighty decides the future fate for each and every Jewish individual for the coming year — a person's fate is judged yearly. On Rosh Hashanah they are inscribed in the Book of Life. On Yom Kippur, which is ten days later, the Book is sealed.
The days between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur are called The Ten Days of Penitence which is also known as the Ten Days of Teshuvah. During the ten days, up until Yom Kippur (The Day of Atonement) one is to evaluate themselves and hopefully come to the realization that they are to do good in accordance with G_d's will.
Dear Rose: You are more than kind to send out this message. We would call you a "mensch" and you would be more than deserving of this term. Your effort goes beyond just passing along greetings; you have given all of us a clear understand of these holidays and their importance to all Jews. Thanks again, Joe Greenberg
ReplyDeleteGreat job on wishing our Jewish friends Rosh Hashanah. Well done
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