Rosh Hashanah

Rosh Hashanah: Wishing for a good and sweet year

It is not just the beginning of the new year but the most significant day; the one that influences our actions throughout the year.

The perfect gifts: Alcohol gift sets for Rosh Hashanah

Whether it’s wine, whiskey, or beer, these beautifully packaged alcohol gift sets make ideal presents for Rosh Hashanah 2024. Here’s a list of recommended gift sets from top wineries and brands.

By OSNAT GUETA
02/10/2024

Perfect and even a little healthy: Juicy honey-scented muffins

Quinoa and honey combine in a fragrant, delicious muffin, topped with plum slices—ideal for the holidays.

By IN COLLABORATION WITH SUGAT
02/10/2024

Honey cakes that will sweeten your holiday

As Rosh Hashanah approaches, Ma'afe Ne'eman offers a new collection of honey cakes, adding a twist to traditional flavors. Discover what's new and what makes this year's selection special.

By WALLA! MONEY
02/10/2024

Wolt and Latet launch special holiday donation drive

During the High Holidays, Wolt app users can donate packages with food and hygiene products from Super Yuda, supporting the elderly and families in need through the Latet organization.

By WALLA! MONEY
02/10/2024
The site of the Nova music festival massacre, in Re'im, southern Israel, June 9, 2024

A retreat brought 180 survivors of the Nova massacre together to observe Shabbat

Survivors of Israel's deadliest terror attack attended a Shabbat retreat, sharing stories of resilience and fostering connections between secular and Orthodox Jews.

By DEBORAH DANAN/JTA
02/10/2024
Pomegranates seen piled up at Machane Yehuda market, just in time for Rosh Hashana.

I used to cringe at Rosh Hashanah ‘blessings’ cursing our enemies. Not this year

Adapting Rosh Hashanah seder traditions, emphasizing themes of healing and reconciliation over hostility in light of recent violence.

By VANESSA OCHS/JTA
02/10/2024

Who made the 'Post's list of Top 50 Most Influential Jews 2024?

Every year, The Jerusalem Post publishes a list of the Top 50 Most Influential Jews. Here are this year's top picks.

  An illustrative photo of a man blowing a shofar, a ram's horn, which is done on Rosh Hashanah.

Rosh Hashanah: A time to recognize Israel's achievements amid challenges

A rabbi urges Jews to recognize Israel's military and diplomatic achievements this New Year, balancing acknowledgment of challenges with pride in recent successes.

For Jewish communities in areas battered by Helene, High Holidays take a backseat to basic safety

Hurricane Helene devastated Jewish communities in the Carolinas, complicating Rosh Hashanah preparations. Leaders prioritize safety confirmation and relief efforts.

By ANDREW LAPIN/JTA
01/10/2024
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