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Religion

Rosh Hashanah 2025: Dates, Traditions and the Meaning Behind the Jewish New Year

Rosh Hashanah 2025 (5786) begins at sundown on September 22 and ends on September 24. The holiday marks the creation of humanity and crowns God as king. Key customs include shofar blowing, candle lighting, special foods and refraining from work. It opens the Ten Days of Awe that end with Yom Kippur, inviting reflection and renewal.