5 Lessons
Revivim Rosh Hashana - Expressing the Acceptance of G-d's Kingdom
The central theme of Rosh Hashana should be part of our appearance and actions.
Shofar Blowing The Laws of Blowing the Shofar
The Jerusalem Talmud relates that the enemies once heard Jews blowing the shofar during morning prayers. They thought it was a war cry and attacked the worshipers. Therefore, the sages instituted that the shofar be blown during the Mussaf prayers.
The Essence of Rosh Hashana The Story of the “Unetaneh Tokef” Prayer
The holiday approached and Rosh Hashanah arrived. Rabbi Amnon of Mainz asked his relatives to bring him to the synagogue with all of his dismembered organs and to place him by the prayer leader. We can well image the atmosphere in the synagogue.
The Essence of Rosh Hashana Starting the New Year on the Right Foot
On Rosh Hashanah, every action has significance pertaining to the year to come. This is the first day of the year, and it is on this day that God apportions life to all creatures; therefore, action and thought on this day influence the entire year.