Rosh Hashanah in 2023 will start on Saturday, the 16th of September (16/9/2023) and will continue for 2 days until Sunday, the 17th of September. Show
How are Rosh Hashanah dates determined?Rosh Hashanah is celebrated on the 1st and 2nd days of the Hebrew month "Tishrei". Rosh Hashanah is the only Jewish holiday which lasts for two entire days, considered as one very long day. When will Rosh Hashanah celebrations begin in 2023?Note that in the Jewish calander, a holiday begins on the sunset of the previous day, so observing Jews will celebrate Rosh Hashanah on the sunset of Friday, the 15th of September. Learn more about the significance of Rosh Hashanah In the Judaica Guide. Dates of Rosh Hashanah by year
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When will Yom Kippur celebrations begin in 2023?Note that in the Jewish calander, a holiday begins on the sunset of the previous day, so observing Jews will celebrate Yom Kippur on the sunset of Sunday, the 24th of September. Rosh Hashanah is a religious and festive time when family and friends gather together for meals and worship and grow closer to God. It’s a time for looking forward to a new year with anticipation and reflecting on the past year to improve ourselves for the next. This two-day Jewish celebration of the New Year literally translates to “head of
the year” in Hebrew. It is observed on the first and second days of the Jewish month of Tishrei, the first month in the civil calendar. In 2023, it will begin on the evening of Friday, September 15, and end at sundown on Sunday, September 17. Yom Teruah is the biblical name for this holy day. Teruah means a massive shout by a crowd or the blowing of a horn. Its origin can be traced back to the Old Testament book of Numbers, in the Bible. The children of Israel were commanded by the Lord to make this observance:
Traditions of Rosh HashanahCandle-LightingIt is customary for the women or girls to light candles in the home to usher in the holiday, and on each evening throughout Rosh Hashanah. Blessings are recited when the candles are lit. Check out more on lighting the candles and reciting blessings. Blessings & PrayersIn addition to the blessings spoken during the lighting of candles each evening, other blessings called Kiddush (meaning sanctification) are recited before the meal. A blessing is spoken over the wine, and another blessing is recited over the bread. Festive Meals with Symbolic Foods Challah bread is always fashioned into a round loaf for Rosh Hashanah and served with honey. The circle symbolizes the seasons and cycle of life.
Eating sliced apples dipped in honey is another Rosh Hashanah tradition. Honey symbolizes the desire to have a sweet, enjoyable, and bountiful year. No bitter, sour or tart foods like horseradish or vinegar at this holiday meal. Pomegranate is another customary food on the Rosh Hashanah table. The vast number of seeds in this fruit represents the desire for a productive and abundant life. Attend Synagogue Services—Gathering together in a synagogue for prayer services is an important part of Rosh Hashanah. Special prayers for this holy service and readings from the Torah are read from the Machzor prayer book. Some synagogues will live stream their services this Rosh Hashanah for those unable to attend. Listen to a Shofar—The shofar is a trumpet typically made from a hollowed-out ram’s horn. In ancient biblical times, the shofar was blown during temple worship and in battle, such as in the battle of Jericho (Joshua, Chapter 6). The sounding of the shofar today remains a key element of the Rosh Hashanah synagogue service. For the hearer, it is a demonstration of his obedience to God’s commandment. According to Rabbi Saadia Gaon, hearing the sound of the shofar stirs excitement within us, reminding the listener that God is King of the world, awakening slumbering souls that have grown complacent. Casting Bread Crumbs on Water — This custom is known as the Tashlich ceremony. It involves going to a natural, outdoor water source, (river, creek, lake, pond, or ocean) and throwing bread crumbs on the water. This act symbolizes casting away the things you’ve done wrong. A prayer for this ceremony is found in the Machzor prayer book. Self-Reflection — Rosh Hashanah encourages self-examination of the past year to see where you’ve “missed the mark.” Evaluate the personal aspects of your life, the negative and positive to decide what you should do differently in the future, how you can improve, and “hit the mark” in the new year. 10 Days of AweThe 10 days between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Yippur are significant days known as the “10 Days of Awe” or the “10 Days of Repentance.” During this time, further introspection takes place. Other positive ways to use this time for spiritual enrichment is to pray, perform charitable deeds, acts of loving kindness, seek forgiveness, and reconciliation with others. It is said that one’s actions between Rosh Hashanah and Yom Yippur can change God’s judgments toward us into blessings. Ready to celebrate Rosh Hashanah? Learn to say “Happy New Year” in Hebrew!
Keep LearningLearn about Yom Kippur. Make a Traditional Jewish Apple Cake. Join The Discussion!What are some special ways that your family celebrates Rosh Hashanah? Let us know in the comments below! What day is Feast of Trumpets 2023?In 2023, it will begin on the evening of Friday, September 15, and end at sundown on Sunday, September 17. Yom Teruah is the biblical name for this holy day. Teruah means a massive shout by a crowd or the blowing of a horn. Its origin can be traced back to the Old Testament book of Numbers, in the Bible.
Are there 2 nights of Rosh Hashanah?Rosh Hashanah is a two-day observance and celebration that begins on the first day of Tishrei, which is the seventh month of the ecclesiastical year.
What is the Hebrew year in 2023?The calendar covers the whole Jewish Year 5783 which goes from Rosh Hashanah 2022 to Rosh Hashanah 2023.
When exactly does Rosh Hashanah start?Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, is one of Judaism's holiest days. Meaning “head of the year” or “first of the year,” the festival begins on the first day of Tishrei, the seventh month of the Hebrew calendar, which falls during September or October.
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