September is a significant month in the Jewish calendar, with several important holidays taking place during this time. Here is a guide to the Jewish holidays that are celebrated in September.
Rosh Hashanah, also known as the Jewish New Year, is one of the most important holidays in the Jewish calendar. It falls on the first and second days of the Hebrew month of Tishrei, which usually corresponds to September. During Rosh Hashanah, Jewish people engage in prayer, reflection, and festive meals to celebrate the beginning of a new year. It is a time for introspection and repentance, as well as a time to spend with family and friends.
Jewish Holiday Calendar September
Yom Kippur
Yom Kippur, also known as the Day of Atonement, is considered the holiest day in the Jewish calendar. It falls on the 10th day of Tishrei, following Rosh Hashanah. Yom Kippur is a day of fasting, prayer, and repentance, where Jewish people seek forgiveness for their sins. It is a solemn and reflective day, with services held in synagogues and a focus on atonement and reconciliation.
Sukkot
Sukkot, also known as the Feast of Tabernacles, is a week-long holiday that begins on the 15th day of Tishrei. It is a joyous holiday that commemorates the Israelites’ journey through the desert after the exodus from Egypt. During Sukkot, Jewish people build and dwell in temporary shelters called sukkahs, and celebrate with festive meals and rituals. It is a time to express gratitude for the harvest and to enjoy the company of family and friends.