Yom Kippur

Halevi: 'We will not stop until we return residents to the North'

"On a peaceful border, defense is on one side; on a wartime border, defense must be on both sides of the border with freedom of action," Shin Bet Chief Ronen Bar said.

Three soups to start your fast

These three soups are each a complete, delicious, and satisfying meal – the best way to nourish your body before beginning the fast.

By IN COLLABORATION WITH SUGAT
11/10/2024

NBA's Deni Avdija won't play on Yom Kippur: 'Some things are more important than basketball'

In June 2024, Avdija was traded to the Portland Trail Blazers in a multi-player deal.

In this Jewish season of forgiveness, I’m asking for permission

In a year of hardship, can ancient rituals still resonate?

By RABBI AVI KILLIP/JTA
11/10/2024

I started AtoneNet, a space for public ritual confession; Here’s why I’m shutting it down

The purpose of the vidui is to have the entire community atone for its sins; you’re repenting not just for your own shortcomings, but for the shortcomings of the person sitting next to you.

By DAVID ZVI KALMAN/JTA
11/10/2024

Rosh Yehudi association cancels gender-separate prayers due to fears of disruption

The decision for this year's service followed conflicts last year at a service where tensions were high between those who wanted divided prayers and those who did not want to see division in public.

 An illustrative image of people breaking their fast after Yom Kippur.

Home Front Command issues alert notifications for Yom Kippur

Citizens can access alerts via designated radio stations, personal computers, or the Home Front Command app on mobile devices.

Yom Kippur prayers in Tel Aviv can take place with partitions to separate genders, High Court rules

Justices Mintz, Grosskopf, and Kasher issued the High Court ruling, which stated that the Tel Aviv municipality is authorized to make arrangements for the Yom Kippur prayer.

Choosing a children's bicycle for Yom Kippur

Choosing a children's bicycle for Yom Kippur can be overwhelming. Matzman-Merutz provides a guide to help you navigate the options and make the best purchase decision.

By MAARIV
09/10/2024

This is what a vacation in a hotel on Yom Kippur looks like

80% increase in hotel occupancy on Yom Kippur, up to 20% drop in prices compared to last year. How do hotels maintain the holiday atmosphere while providing hospitality services?

By MEITAL SHARABI
09/10/2024
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