Repenting for individual sins seemed too small in the face of the wars in Gaza and Lebanon, writes Rabbi Amy Eilberg.

The recitation of Shahadah symbolizes the acceptance of the Islamic faith, and it is also recited during daily prayers. 2) Salah (ritual prayer) Salah or ritual prayer is an essential aspect of ...

Composed of prayers, song, and a soul-stirring lecture ... then how do we perform teshuvah? If one can’t go home again, then to what place are we meant to return? Mentioned in dozens of biblical ...

The observance of Yom Kippur begins at sunset and lasts until nightfall the following day. During this time, Jewish individuals engage in fasting, prayer, and introspection. It is a time to reflect on ...

This year, alongside the Unetaneh Tokef’s classic formula of tefillah, tzedakah and teshuvah (prayer, charity and repentance), we must add arevut — showing up for one another. Only then can ...

This year, alongside the Unetaneh Tokef’s classic formula of tefillah, tzedakah and teshuvah (prayer, charity and repentance), we must add arevut — showing up for one another. Only then can we ...

How do we celebrate the Jewish day of atonement? As Yom Kippur 2024 arrives, here's a step-by-step guide to repentance, hope and forgiveness.

Jewish communities around the US and around the world are gathering in their temples, congregations, synagogues, and places of worship to celebrate the Jewish New Year of 5785.

Prayers at the Graveside Aside from the time of mourning, the month of November, including especially All Saints' day and All Souls' day, is a traditional time for visiting graves, as is the ...

Please see my article "A Chazan's Prayer For Kol Nidrei "(Sep ... explaining Hilchot Teshuvah of the Rambam; the entire book is an explanation of how we mortal beings are to approach our spiritual ...