Rosh Hashanah

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

Flower weaving styles for a holiday table: Expert tips for home design

Learn how to create eye-catching holiday table decor with flower weaving. Enso Studio's Michelle Maor shares professional tips for a memorable dining experience.

By SHOVAL AZOR
30/09/2024

Rich in potassium, iron, and magnesium: Unknown facts about yellow dates

Many of us snack on dates for sweetness while dieting. But did you know the yellow date has health benefits? Dr. Maya Rozman explains.

By DR. MAYA ROZMAN
30/09/2024
 Seder Nashim (c. 1550)

The rare, unusual Rosh Hashanah-Yom Kippur 'machzorim' at the National Library of Israel

One of the world’s largest collections of machzorim may be found at the National Library of Israel (NLI) in Jerusalem.

By DAVID GEFFEN
30/09/2024
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