ארכיון של 2018

בעמוד זה ניתן לקרוא את שירו של יורם ניסינוביץ' 'התרה', אשר מתכתב עם נוסח התרת הנדרים המסורתי אך מוסיף לו גוון ופרשנות אישית. על פי המקובל, יש הנוהגים לערוך התרת נדרים בערב ראש השנה, על מנת להגיע נקיים וחופשיים ממחויבויות

This link from Chabad.org presents an audio recording of the apex of the Neilah service, the closing service of the day, where, we beg God one last time to accept our repentance and seal us in the Book of Life. The Neila

This link provides introductory information to the "Ashamnu" part of the Vidui (Confession) liturgy, including the Hebrew, English and transliterated text, as well as a step-by-step guide for how to recite this prayer. "Ashamnu" is an alphabetical acrostic of 22

This excerpt from the Conservative Machzor Lev Shalom for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur presents the Hebrew, English and transliterated texts for the entire Yom Kippur evening service, including Kol Nidrei, Selichot and Vidui. With commentaries and related readings on the sides of the

This introductory article from Chabad.org explains the history, customs and deep spiritual significance of Yom Kippur, the holiest day on the Jewish calendar. The article briefly outlines what to do (and not do!) before, during and after Yom Kippur, as well as the the structure of

In this practical article from Judaism 101, the author, Tracey Rich, provides helpful tips to stay healthy during the Yom Kippur fast. Including suggestions for before and during the fast, this article suggests what types of food, drink and activity can help and

This 4-page long PDF document is full of profound poems, prayers, quotes and readings that will help you focus on the essence of Yom Kippur – so you don't "cheat" yourself out of all the holiday has to offer by

This informative article by Conservative Rabbi Daniel Kohn provides a guide for Yom Kippur prayer services, including the origins, content, and rituals of each of the five services: Kol Nidrei, Shacharit, Mussaf, Mincha, and Neilah. The article summarizes the themes, Torah and haftarah readings, and