Rosh Hashanah 2024

What is Rosh Hashanah?

Rosh Hashanah marks the birthday of the universe and commemorates the creation of Adam and Eve. It is celebrated as the start of the Jewish year, taking place on the first two days of Tishrei—Tishrei 1 and 2—beginning at sundown on the eve of Tishrei 1. In 2024, Rosh Hashanah starts at sundown on Wednesday, October 2, and concludes at nightfall on Friday, October 4, coinciding with Shabbat. The holiday is observed with candle lighting in the evenings, festive meals featuring sweet foods, and prayer services that include the blowing of the shofar on both mornings.

How is Rosh Hashanah celebrated?

• Hearing the blowing of the shofar

• Lighting candles

• Eating a festive meal of that includes sweet foods like apples, honey and pomegranates.

• Performing Tashlish, a brief prayer said at a body of fresh water

• Attending services in synagogue