Yom Kippur

• • The most important part of Yom Kippur is the time spent in the synagogue. Many Jews who are not particularly religious will nevertheless want to attend synagogue on Yom Kippur, the only day of the year with five services.
  • The day is spent in continuous prayer for forgiveness. This festival is a time of reflection for Jews. The services end with a long blast on the shofar.
• Yom Kippur is marked by Jewish people in a number of ways:

  • some wear white as a symbol of purity

  • no food or drink is consumed for 25 hours

  • no make-up or perfume is worn

  • no sexual intercourse

  • no bathing

  • no leather shoes are worn