Rosh Hashanah

A Starting Point For Yom Kippur

Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur force us to get real with what we truly want.

Israeli Man Missing in Uman

Ukrainian authorities focusing on search for a body as Israeli man goes missing among 45,000 Rosh Hashanah visitors.

Terror in the capital

Furious Jerusalemites Protest Lethal Rock Attack

Over 100 residents take to streets at site of lethal Arab attack that murdered local. Bereaved son: 'that rock changed the path of my life.'

Watch: Preparing for the Holidays with Musician Shlomo Katz

Musician Shlomo Katz talks about this special holiday period, his new album, and what it's like to write in Hebrew for the first time.

'Shana Tova', Tweets Iranian President

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani takes to Twitter to wish Jews a Happy New Year.

Thousands Delayed On Their Way to Uman

Tens of thousands of Israelis, as well as Jews from around the world, were in Uman Sunday to celebrate Rosh Hashanah

Netanyahu Urges Jewish Unity on Rosh Hashanah

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu encourages Jews to unite around the 'one and only Jewish state' amidst 'slander' against Israel.

Vladimir Putin Wishes Russian Jews a 'Shana Tova'

Russian President waxes philosophical about Judaism in New Year greeting, praises Jewish values for 'aspiring to transcendence.'

British PM Slams Anti-Semitism in Rosh Hashanah Greeting

British PM David Cameron sends 'very best wishes' to Jewish community in Britain and around the world in honor of new year.

Traffic Police Deployed En Masse for Rosh Hashanah

Israel will see three major waves of traffic on Rosh Hashanah eve, police say: between 10:30 and 1; 4 and 8; and 10:30 to midnight.

5775: How Many Were Born and What Are the Most Common Names?

As a new Jewish Year is about to begin, the Population and Immigration Authority summarizes the outgoing one.

Dust Storm to Disappear Before Rosh Hashanah

Weather forecasters says Rosh Hashanah to be clear and comfortable, with slight drop in temperature.

Watch: Shana Tova from President Obama

President Obama extends his warm wishes to Jews around the world for Rosh Hashanah.

Championship Game on Rosh Hashana is 'Spit in Our Face'

Minister Ariel slams FIBA decision to have Israeli national team play Italy in finals on Jewish New Year, notes 'whiff of anti-Semitism.'

Watch: President Rivlin Sends English Rosh Hashana Greeting

Israel's President offers Jews around the world a sweet new year, calling on them to work together to make Israel stronger.

The Universal Rosh Hashana: Praying for all Humanity

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European Jews Afraid to Reveal Jewishness

Over 85% of European Jewry won't attend Rosh Hashana services for fear of anti-Semitism.

What Will IDF Soldiers be Eating on Rosh Hashana?

Hundreds of tons of meat, as well as traditional apples and honey will be delivered to dozens of IDF bases across Israel for the new year.

Help Israel's Poorest Celebrate Rosh Hashanah with Dignity

Yad Ezra V’Shulamit restores dignity to Jewish families with a weekly distribution of 3,000 food baskets in cities throughout Israel.

Netanyahu: 'Today We Have a Country' to Combat Anti-Semitism

Prime Minister expresses gratitude to Foreign Ministry officials for working hard to combat lies and slanders against Israel worldwide.

Give a New Year Gift of Hope to Impoverished Families

A staggering 1.6 million Israelis live under the poverty line - this Rosh Hashana they need your help more than ever.

2015 Rosh Hashanah Gift Guide: Israeli Artists Showcase

This Rosh Hashana, support Israel and discover some of the country's most talented judaica artists.

The Other Side to Rosh Hashanah

Judea-Samaria Mayors Snub Ya'alon's New Year's Toast

A ceremony planned last minute as well as anger at Moshe Ya'alon could be why so many mayors refused to attend Defense Ministry toast.

Watch: Thousands at the Kotel for First Night of Selichot

Sights and sounds: Worshipers flock to Western Wall for first night of penitential prayers leading up to High Holy Days.

Baby Boom: Record Number of Women Give Birth on Rosh Hashanah

Over four times as many women give birth at Bnei Brak's Maayanei Yeshua hospital during Jewish New Year than annual average.

Rosh Hashanah Arab Arson on Towns North of Jerusalem

Molotov cocktails used to light blaze adjacent to Dolev, security barrier of Psagot lit; latest in string of Arab arson attacks on region.

Ben Gurion Airport Sees Highest-Ever Traffic Over Holidays

Holiday travel sky-high: 521 aircraft to depart, arrive at Israel's airport in 24 hours - a new record.

UK Soccer Club Pulls Rosh Hashanah Tweet Amid Racist Backlash

Liverpool FC deletes tweet wishing Jewish fans a happy new year after a hail of anti-Semitic abuse.

Shana Tova from Arutz Sheva

Updates will end for a three-day period starting from Wednesday evening and will resume on Saturday night with the end of Shabbat

Southern Residents Fear Hamas Rosh Hashana 'Surprise'

Kfar Aza resident tells Arutz Sheva he will be one of the few staying home for holidays, hopes for no surprise 'like Yom Kippur War.'

Watch: Obama, Cameron Wish Jews Happy New Year

US and UK leaders extend felicitations for Rosh Hashana in video messages with a common theme against anti-Semitism.

5774 Roundup: Year of Relief and Service for Israel’s Needy

How you can help give the more than 1.5 million Israelis in poverty a truly happy New Year.

Huge Increase in Demand for IDF Holiday Prayer Services

To help satisfy the huge demand for holiday services, a group of Hesder graduates is sending volunteers to IDF bases.

Southern Residents Flee Amid Fears of Hamas Rosh Hashana Attack

Renewed mortar fire and renewed terror tunnel building means many Jews near Gaza will leave for holidays - and may never return.

Rabbi Forbids Dieting Over Festive Period

Jewish weight-watchers beware...!

Synagogue Attendance for Rosh Hashana Expected to Grow

Far more Israelis will be in synagogue than at national parks over the three-day Rosh Hashana holiday, says an expert.

Top Rosh Hashana Gifts for 2014

Promotional content: Stuck for ideas for the perfect New Year's Gift?

Chief Rabbi Lau Asks Rabbis: Don't Fight over Shemittah

Chief Ashkenazi Rabbi speaks at conference of 400 rabbis about upcoming shemittah sabbatical year, which raises controversial issues.

After Rosh Hashana, Countdown to Yom Kippur

No unusual events were registered during the long holiday weekend. Ten Days of Teshuva begin.

Iran's President Sends Jews a Rosh Hashanah Greeting

In a surprising move, Iran’s new President Hassan Rouhani tweets a Rosh Hashanah greeting for Jews.

Video: President Barack Obama's Rosh Hashanah Greeting

"If we work together, we can make this moment one of hope for all our neighbors," says President Obama.

Video: Shana Tova from the IDF

In special video, IDF soldiers wish a Shana Tova and vow to continue to defend the State of Israel.

Shana Tova and a Sweet New Year from Arutz Sheva

Arutz Sheva wishes its readers a happy and sweet new year. 3-day festival means we'll be offline until Saturday night.

Words of Torah for Rosh Hashana

Lakewood's Rabbi Yitzchak Elbaum shares his insights into the upcoming period of celebration, reflection and repentance.

Netanyahu's New Year Message: 'We've Defied the Laws of History'

PM Netanyahu wishes Jews all over the world a happy new year, says Israel "remains an oasis" in the Middle East.

PM: No One Had Better Violate Our Rosh Hashana Peace

Prime Minister Netanyahu urged Israelis to relax during the coming three day holiday, warning Israel's neighbors not to violate the calmness

In Pictures: Prayer and Repentance at the Western Wall

Saturday night marked the start of the recital of "selichot" prayers for Ashkenazic Jews throughout the world.

Meir Panim Makes the Holiday Possible for Needy Israelis

Pre-paid food cards aim to grant families in need "the dignity to make their celebrations special and joyful.”

‘Women of the Wall’ to Get Separate Prayer Area

Minister Bennett hopes to solve Kotel clashes with a separate prayer space for non-traditional worship.

Aish Hatorah in New Rosh Hashanah Music Video

Jerusalem yeshiva releases new music video with holiday meaning, breakdancing.

Ministry: Pomegranates Not Just for Rosh Hashana

Israel has become a "pomegranate power," exporting thousands of tons of fruit annually

‘Celebrity Rabbi’ Nixes Uman Trips: It’s Forbidden

Rabbi Avi Zarki slams annual pilgrimage to Ukraine. ‘The spiritual boost is not real.’

Plenty of Apples, But Honey Weak as Rosh Hashana Approaches

This year, there are more and better quality apples on trees in the Galilee and Golan this year than last, apple industry insiders said

Disappearing Bees Means Less Rosh Hashana Honey

With Rosh Hashana coming up, honey sales are taking their annual upward tick - but due to a lack of bees, there is less honey to go around

Gov't Refuses to Clarify Position on Temple Mount Discrimination

In Knesset session, Temple groups demanded to know if Jews would be allowed onto the Mount during the high holidays.

Musician Reschedules UK Tour Due to Jewish Holidays

Musician Leonard Cohen has rescheduled two dates on his UK tour after realizing they fell out on Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur.

IDF High Holiday Video Prayer of Tears and Hope

The military releases a gripping video of an IDF Cantor’s recital of the “U-Netaneh Tokef” prayer with background of soldiers in battle.

Divine Partnership for the New Year

Netanyahu: Israel is an Island of Stability

Prime Minister toasts New Year with Likud members, is optimistic that government will last.