Yom Kippur
16-Year-Old Among Four Detained in Suspected Attack on Jewish Synagogue
The suspected attack would have taken place during Yom Kippur, two years after a deadly assault on another synagogue took place in Halle, Germany, over the holiday.
What Time Is Yom Kippur Over? Jewish Day of Atonement Ends at Sundown
Along with the sun setting, the conclusion of Yom Kippur is marked by a long shofar blast at the end of services.
What Do You Say on Yom Kippur? Greetings, Prayers for Day of Atonement
Yom Kippur isn't a joyous holiday, so it's not appropriate to wish friends and family a "merry" or "happy" holiday.
Spread Over Us a Canopy of Your Peace
Our time is still fraught and there is much work yet to be done.
Yom Kippur Is the Antidote to Cancel Culture
In this social media age of public shaming and the rigorous policing of a new moral purity, the values of Yom Kippur could not be more relevant; Yom Kippur is the antidote to cancel culture.
Top Ultra-Orthodox Rabbi Contracts COVID After Breaking Quarantine
Rabbi Chaim Kanievsky tests positive for virus in country with high percentage of confirmed cases in ultra-Orthodox community.
How Are Orthodox Jews Observing the High Holidays During the Pandemic?
Rabbi Moshe Hauer of the Orthodox Union said that the coronavirus pandemic has "changed life for the faith community."
Awkward: Trump Supporters Target Minneapolis Mayor's Office—But He Was Out
The president and the Minneapolis mayor have been embroiled in a Twitter spat ahead of the rally being held in the city on Thursday.
Holocaust Memorial in New York Defaced on Eve of Holiest Day for Jews
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo said he was "disgusted" by the act, disclosing that he directed the State Police Hate Crimes Task Force to join the investigation.
Halle, Germany, Shooting Live Updates: Multiple People Dead Near Synagogue
Police confirmed they arrested one person but encouraged residents to remain alert until the all-clear was given.
What Time Is Yom Kippur Over? Sundown Marks End of Fasting
When you're abstaining from food or drink until sundown, you may want to know exactly when that moment is set to happen.
Swastika, 'Trump' Found Spray-Painted on Yale Steps Days Before Yom Kippur
The discovery of the graffiti also coincided with the undergraduate college's family weekend.
What Do You Say on Yom Kippur? Greetings for Jewish Day of Atonement
Unlike many other holidays, wishing someone a "Happy Yom Kippur" is not the best message to send a friend.
What Is Yom Kippur and How Is It Celebrated? A Brief Explanation
Following on the heels of Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, Yom Kippur is a somber holiday dedicated to atoning for a person's sins from the past year.
Yom Kippur: Should I Fast Or Feast?
For secular Jews, there is no better way to rebel against religious Judaism than to dine publicly on Yom Kippur.
Kapparot: Why Thousands of Chickens Will Die in Israel
Critics have been pressing for an overhaul of the practice, which has been branded "barbaric" by animal rights groups.
When Does Yom Kippur 2017 Start? Holiday Facts
Why do Jews fast on Yom Kippur? Why is it celebrated on a different date each year? A brief FAQ about the most important Jewish holiday.
What Are the Jewish High Holidays? Dates and Facts
How are the High Holidays celebrated? Why did most Jewish leaders skip a call with Donald Trump? A brief FAQ.
Joel Osteen Opens His Church to Jewish Congregation
Osteen even spoke at a Rosh Hashana service on Thursday: "It's interesting how God can take something negative and turn it around and somehow bring good out of it."
When Does Rosh Hashanah 2017 Start? Holiday Facts
What year is starting? How is the holiday celebrated? A brief FAQ about the Jewish new year.
Nazis Are Marching on a Synagogue in Sweden
Earlier this month, Swedish Prime Minister Stefan Löfven described the planned Nazi activity as 'frightening.'
Rabbis Won't Call Trump for Jewish High Holidays
Trump's statements were "so lacking in moral leadership and empathy for the victims of racial and religious hatred that we cannot organize such a call this year."
The U.S./Israeli relationship has never been easy
From Truman to Trump, the two nations have often agreed to disagree.
Barack Obama and Vladimir Putin Clash Over Mideast, but in 1973 Two Countries Almost Went to War
Nuclear war was plausible, Nixon was losing it and Russia weighed sending troops to Golan Heights.
Tel Aviv Diary: Yom Kippur and Everyone Gets On Their Bike
As no cars or buses can be driven, the streets were teeming with bikers of all ages.
'Shana Tova' From Obama, Cameron and Even Rouhani
World leaders send video messages and tweets for the Jewish new year.