Rosh Hashanah

• What does Rosh Hashanah signify for Jews?

  It is the Jewish New Year festival
• How long does Rosh Hashanah last?

  Two days
• What is a key theme during Rosh Hashanah?

  Asking for forgiveness
• What creation event does Rosh Hashanah commemorate?

  The creation of the world by God
• What is the significance of making New Year's resolutions during Rosh Hashanah?

  It symbolizes starting the year positively
• How does Rosh Hashanah relate to Yom Kippur?

  It prepares Jews for Yom Kippur
• What do Jews eat at home to symbolize a sweet new year?

  Apples and honey
• Why are pomegranates eaten during Rosh Hashanah?

  They symbolize the 613 commandments
• What special service occurs at the synagogue on Rosh Hashanah?

  A ram's horn is blown 100 times
• What is the purpose of blowing the shofar?

  To remind Jews to repent
• What is Tashlich?

  Throwing crumbs into flowing water
• What do Jews reflect on during Tashlich?

  They reflect on their sins
• How long do Jews have to reflect on their actions after Rosh Hashanah?

  Ten days until Yom Kippur
• What is the significance of the judgment at the end of Rosh Hashanah?

  It impacts their afterlife
• What does the term 'convocation' refer to in the context of Rosh Hashanah?

  A large gathering
• Where is the command to blow the shofar found?

  In the book of Numbers
• What does Genesis say about God's creation?

  It was very good
• How do Jews ensure they bring goodness into the world?

  By following the mitzvot
• What is the significance of the Torah in relation to Rosh Hashanah?

  It contains key teachings and commandments
• What are the key practices during Rosh Hashanah?

  • Dipping apples in honey
  • Eating pomegranates
  • Blowing the shofar
  • Performing Tashlich
  • Reflecting on actions
• What are the connections between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur?

  • Rosh Hashanah prepares for Yom Kippur
  • Both involve reflection and repentance
  • Yom Kippur is the Day of Atonement
  • Rosh Hashanah is the Jewish New Year
• What are the themes of Rosh Hashanah?

  • New beginnings
  • Reflection on past actions
  • Seeking forgiveness
  • Preparing for judgment