Rosh Hashanah

'Light, not fight': How Rome's Chabad prepares for Rosh Hashanah in the shadows of antiquity

The days of the month of Elul are in full swing, and the blast of the shofar echoing through the walls reminds us that Rosh Hashanah and the holidays of Tishrei are just around the corner.

Photograph of Rome taken by the writer.
RABBI MOSHE SILVER blows a Yemenite shofar at the Jerusalem Promenade

Rosh Hashanah: What we must break to become whole - opinion

Israel's population stands at 10.305 million ahead of the Jewish new year.

Israel in numbers: National population hits 10.305m., new CBS data shows ahead of Rosh Hashanah

THE IDEA for this year’s global meditation grew out of an event Michal Lichtman organized in Jerusalem last year as part of her initiative, Migdalor – Growing Light.

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Festive green rice with white fish for Rosh Hashanah

A light and colorful dish, where spiced and rich rice blends with fresh vegetables and flaked grilled fish. A refreshing combination, perfect for the holiday meal.

Festive green rice with white fish for Rosh Hashanah

National Library reunites 15th-century Portuguese mahzor ahead of Rosh Hashanah

Known as the Lisbon mahzor, the manuscript was most likely written in the eponymous city of Lisbon, Portugal, during the second half of the 1400s.

The Lisbon mahzor

Rosh Hashanah: State of God in our world, 2025

On Rosh Hashanah, we pray that God will enter our world and make His presence unmistakable – for those who strive to push Him away, and for those who have yet to open their eyes to Him.

HOW WILL humanity regard its Creator when humans themselves become supreme creators?

Bring wine: Recommended gifts for Rosh Hashanah

Haven’t chosen gifts for the Tishrei holidays yet? We have some ideas that will delight the people who matter to you. And the prices? A surprise!

With all due respect to apples in honey, give us something to drink

Starting from NIS 50: Recommended white wines for the holiday table

The Tishrei holidays are already here, along with the question: Which wines will turn our festive meals into an unforgettable experience? Mira Eitan tastes and recommends.

White wine

MDA Women's Circle launches new year with "Adopt a Paramedic" initiative

The MDA Women's Circle kicked off the new year with their flagship program and a substantial initial donation of 50,000 NIS.

Among the evening's participants were Hanna Perry Zen and businesswoman Ortal Ulman

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 (Illustrative) TURNING POINT USA executive director Charlie Kirk speaks at US President Donald Trump’s Inauguration Day ceremony at the Capital One Arena in Washington on January 20, 2025.

A danger to Israel: Our nation’s rift is an existential threat - opinion

The holiday prayer calling for Jews to be a united group carries existential meaning for the nation's collective future.

Family members of hostages from Kibbutz Nir Oz who are held in Gaza, together with former hostages, hold a protest in Carmei Gat, marking the 700th day of captivity and calling for the release of all hostages, September 5, 2025.

Israeli researcher reveals: Red or light pomegranate – which is more potent and healthy?

The pomegranate – a symbol of Rosh Hashanah – is one of the healthiest fruits. An Israeli researcher highlights facts you didn’t know about this delicious red fruit.

Pomegranate