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Friends, Love, God & the High Holidays
Going around the world to break the fast
Breaking the fast has its own set of traditions. Ashkenazim usually break the fast with something salty, like herring, because they believe fish restores salt lost by the body while fasting. Herring also was the cheapest fish in Eastern Europe, where the custom originated.
How to dip your Apple in honey [VIDEO]
Apples and honey
OPINION: Rosh Hashanah and the art of beekeeping
“The Backyard Beekeeper.”The Happiness Hypothesis
Opinion: Repenting with our eyes
Is the mind more powerful than the heart? This question was hovering in the air during an insightful Torah class last week given by Rabbi Yosef Kanefsky, spiritual leader of B’nai David-Judea Congregation. Kanefsky presented two distinct views of the concept of teshuvah, which is commonly referred to as “repentance” but means, more precisely, “to return.”
Opinion: For a Happy New Year, here’s what to do
Jews get to celebrate the new year twice a year — on Rosh Hashanah and on Jan. 1. But there are differences between the two holidays: Rosh Hashanah is used more for introspection, and New Year’s is more a time for celebration and partying.
Israel shuts West Bank for holiday, rockets strike Israel
The Israeli military announced a closure of the West Bank for Rosh Hashanah as two rockets fired from Gaza hit southern Israel.
10Q Project: Answer life’s big questions online … Then reread next year
It might seem odd that 10Q, a project bent on promoting deep personal reflection and penetrating spiritual insight, would engage Joel Stein, a somewhat nihilistic humor columnist, as one of its endorsers.
If you seat them, they will come
Twice a year, many synagogues find themselves dealing with a wonderful but very practical problem: how to handle the huge numbers of people who show up for the High Holy Days and don’t fit in the sanctuary.
Acting rabbi brings rebirth to 1920s shul
For more than 35 years, Temple Beth Israel of Highland Park and Eagle Rock existed without a rabbi. No longer.
Obama reaffirms Israel commitment on Rosh Hashanah eve
President Obama in his Rosh Hashanah message reaffirmed his commitment to Israel and called for reflection on economic hardship and the struggle for democracy worldwide.
The Maccabeats spoof OneRepublic in ‘Book of Good Life’ [VIDEO]
Rosh Hashanah parody of "Good Life" by OneRepublic
Earthquake-damaged New Zealand shul renting for Rosh Hashanah
The small Jewish community in the earthquake-ravaged New Zealand city of Christchurch will celebrate Rosh Hashanah in a rental property because the city’s only synagogue has not yet been repaired.
New machzor delves into heart of Rosh Hashanah
Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks, chief rabbi of the United Kingdom, has published enough books to earn his many titles — around 20 tomes, ranging from scholarly commentaries to analysis of contemporary culture.
Wave of new holiday prayer books changing the ways to worship
New Jewish prayer books typically come in waves, the rarest of which bring new High Holidays prayer books, or machzors.
Rosh Hashanah remix to the Muppets’ ‘Mahna Mahna’
Shana Tova!
Sweet season: Apples and honey for Rosh Hashanah
Among the familiar customs of Rosh Hashanah is the dipping of apple slices in honey — but what is its origin?
Gossiping—What you can gain if you refrain
Too often, I realize that people preface their sentences with “I heard” or “they say.” Intrigued by the personal details and juicy information that is likely to follow, most of us allow these sentences to continue and build up into paragraphs consisting of nothing other than questionable rumors and gossip.
If your gut tells you something seems suspicious, report it
On Aug. 30, the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) held its annual security meeting at its Los Angeles headquarters to advise local Jewish leaders on possible threats facing the community in advance of the High Holy Days.
Pasadena temple gets Argentina’s first woman cantor
Cantor Ruth Berman Harris has been earning paychecks for leading services since she was 15, years before a cantorial school even existed in her native Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Wrap mind, and body, around Holy Days prep
Traditionally, the weeks leading up to the High Holy Days are a time of account settling for Jews, marked by personal reflection, repentance and prayer.
Rosh Hashanah ‘in the house tonight’ dances into the new year
Aish brings together rhythem, beats and davening for their 'Rosh Hashanah in the house tonight' dancing spectacle.
Dip your apples, it’s Rosh Hashanah
A Rosh Hashanah musical parody by The Ein Prat Fountainheads
Mass. to change ‘12 primary away from Rosh Hashanah
Massachusetts' secretary of state said he would change the date of the 2012 state primary to avoid a conflict with Rosh Hashanah.
Obama, Biden to consult with Jews before Rosh Hashanah
President Obama and Vice President Joe Biden will consult with Jewish leaders on the eve of Rosh Hashanah.
5770 in Israel: Diplomatic crises, but economic prosperity
For Israel, the Jewish year 5770 was characterized by ups and downs in relations with the United States, growing international alienation and a virtual stalemate in Middle East peacemaking -- until the summit meeting in Washington just before Rosh Hashanah.
Jewish interfaith leaders urge Shabbat sermon about Islam
A group of Jewish interfaith educators is asking rabbis to talk about Islam next Shabbat.
Fear, faith, horror movies and the Jewish New Year
Religion has a central place in many horror movies -- think of "The Omen," "The Exorcist," "Carrie," "Seven" and my favorite, "Rosemary’s Baby." It isn't difficult to suggest reasons why. Pageantry, sublimated sexuality, suffering, sin, death -- these are core elements of most religions that are right at home in the horror genre.
Where to find cheap high holy day tickets [VIDEO]
Reporter’s Notebook: A Christian makes teshuvah
When I looked around I saw a packed, spiritually moved house of Jews, many who looked a lot like me: Chuck Taylor sneakers, thick plastic glasses, the curly hair that always has reminded me of my family's story.
Britney repents for Rosh Hashanah [VIDEO]
VIDEO: Alistair Cohen—Shofar Blowing 101
Alistair Cohen, aspiring British TV presenter, demonstrates how to blow a shofar.
Shame on Rabbis for Obama, hooray for Amy Klein, thanks for Marty Kaplan
" . . .The separation of church and state is the foundation for religious freedom in our great country. Shame on you Rabbis for Obama . . ."
Methodist learns it’s 5769, says it’s awesome Jews live in the future
MUSIC VIDEO: Ori Murray—‘Rosh Hashanah Rap’
The Matrix, the Kotel, the Days of Awe are all linked in this music video from Ori Murray shot in Jerusalem.
MUSIC VIDEO: Rabbi Mark Bloom— ‘Rosh Hashanah Macarena’
Rabbi Mark Bloom of Oakland's Temple Beth Abraham rocks out to the Rosh Hashanah Macarena
VIDEO: Who shall live . . .
A montage of news photos from 5768 plus cantorial and modern music take this version of the 'Who shall live' prayer into YouTube land.
What are you doing New Year’s Eve?
MUSIC VIDEO: Leonard Cohen—‘Who by fire?’
Leonard Cohen in a live performance of his song 'Who by fire?' based on the High Holy Days U'Netaneh Tokef prayer
Who shall live and who shall die: God’s iPhone, Rosh Hashanah 5769
The U'netaneh Tokef prayer says: On Rosh Hashanah it is inscribed, and on Yom Kippur it is sealed: Who shall live and who shall die, who shall perish by water and who by fire, who by famine and who by thirst . God's got it on His iPhone, of course.
Calendar Girls Picks and Clicks Sept. 26- Oct. 3: Israeli flag raising, free Rosh Hashanah services
Volume 23, Number 32
Sunday afternoon flag
The very best Tashlich custom is a toss-up
On paper, the Rosh Hashanah ritual of Tashlich is about doffing one's sins to start the new year with a clean slate. For Jason Mauro, 16, it's also about beach football
Got forgiveness?
Most of us neglect what is arguably the most difficult and meaningful ritual at this time of year: Going to the people we've hurt, recognizing our hurtful actions and asking for their forgiveness
Teshuvah and weight loss
Parshat Nitzavim (Deuteronomy 29:9-30:20) The purpose and path of teshuvah are close to us and known to us
Rosh Hashanah means frank talk with family, not just apples and honey
A Rosh Hashanah message from Ehud Olmert
Which do you choose—blessings or curses?
Parshat Ki Tavo (Deuteronomy 26:1-29:8) Throughout Moses' dark description of curses, the theme of enemies is prevalent. This, too, is part of the curses we wish to obliterate on Rosh Hashanah.
PETA slams N.Y. kapparot ritual [VIDEO]
For the second year, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) has complained about the High Holy Days ritual of swinging a chicken over one's head, a sin-transference ceremony
Israelity Tour teases trips with an Israeli beat
In a move that echoes this fusion of cultural exposure and music, the Taglit-Birthright Israel Alumni Association, recently rebranded as Birthright Israel Next, has launched the Israelity Tour -- a seven-city West Coast concert extravaganza aimed at exposing young American Jews to Israeli culture, promoting the free 10-day educational trips to Israel for 18- to 26-year-olds, as well as cultivating the connections alumni of the trip have already made to the Holy Land and one another.
Oh, you sons of Moses—with your crooked noses
In slight self-mockery, the young American volunteers who went over in 1947 and 1948 as riflemen, sailors, pilots and nurses to fight for the independence of the Jewish state, sang this song.
Now, 60 years later, they came together again, along with their children and grandchildren, to greet old comrades and tell their stories at the Machal West celebration on Dec. 9.
There was Mitchell Flint, the honoree of the luncheon at the American Jewish University, who had been shot down over Midway as a U.S. fighter pilot during World War II, fought for the fledgling Israeli air force and served in Korea.
People in glass houses shouldn’t throw ... holiday cards?
Background note from B'nai B'rith Canada: Following the Prime Minister's Speech from the Throne, the House of Commons returned for its second session. Amongst the very first issues raised was the prime minister having sent Rosh Hashanah greeting cards to Jewish Canadians.
MUSIC VIDEO: Avigal Cohen—’ Erev Rosh HaShanah’ (New Year’s Eve)
Israeli singer songwriter Avigail Cohen expresses universal hopes and doubts in 'Erev Rosh Hashana': "There's a last ray of sunlight, the fading year is disappearing in the dim light. What will the New Year bring with it? The darkness spreads a scent of hope."
What will your rabbi be talking about?
In sermons on Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur throughout Southern California this year, rabbis will continue to exhort their congregants to look inward and outward, to reflect upon and repair themselves, their families and communities, the nation and the world.
NOT wishing you a Shana Tova
Family Table: Recipes from our families to yours
Our favorite memories of the High Holy Days often come from food -- especially the food we ate growing up at our family tables. Some of the following recipes have been handed down through the generations, others are borrowed from friends, neighbors, friends of friends. All have stories of origin, and most draw on the Rosh Hashanah tradition of sweetness, in hopes for a sweet New Year. However they got on our tables, they are here to stay for generations to come. Our writers share some of their favorites.
Is the pomegranate the perfect fruit?
When I see pyramids of pomegranates displayed in a market it's difficult to deny them space in my shopping cart. Buy them at your local farmers market when they are in season since they keep for several weeks in a refrigerator.
The sweet rewards of Rosh Hashanah rituals
The change was subtle but undeniable. A slightly deeper shade of brown; carrots cut lengthwise rather than sliced; some scattered sprigs of rosemary. Any other day of the year, such a discrete rift in recipe might have gone unnoticed. But this was not any other day of the year -- this was Rosh Hashanah.
Say L’Chayim to 5768!
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