holidays

Yom Kippur

Yom Kippur, also known as the Day of Atonement, is the holiest day in the Jewish calendar. It is a day of fasting, prayer, and repentance observed 10 days after Rosh Hashanah (the Jewish New Year).

About the Holiday

Yom Kippur falls on the 10th day of Tishrei in the Hebrew calendar. It is a solemn day devoted to atonement for sins and reconciliation with God and others. The day begins at sundown and continues until nightfall the following day. Traditional practices include fasting, attending synagogue services, and engaging in introspection and spiritual reflection.

Ways to Celebrate

• Observing a complete 25-hour fast (from food and drink)
• Attending Kol Nidrei and other special prayer services
• Wearing white clothing symbolizing purity
• Asking forgiveness from those you have wronged
• Reflecting on your actions and intentions
• Reciting prayers of repentance (Vidui)
• Spending time in contemplation and meditation
• Engaging in acts of kindness and charity
• Breaking the fast with family at sundown
• Committing to personal improvement for the coming year

Dates for 2027-2032

Year	Date
2027	October 16
2028	October 5
2029	September 24
2030	October 13
2031	October 3
2032	September 22