9 Things You Didn’t Know About Yom Kippur
Impress your friends and family with these little-known facts about the Day of Atonement.
Where to Stream Yom Kippur Services
Where to find an online service for the Day of Atonement.
Tashlich, the Symbolic Casting Off of Sins
A Rosh Hashanah ritual for the whole family.
Yom Kippur 2024
In 2024, Yom Kippur begins at sundown on Friday, Oct. 11 and ends at sundown on Saturday, Oct. 12.
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Summary
The Torah reading for morning focuses on the offerings that Aaron, the high priest, brought in the ancient Temple as atonement. He was to make expiation for himself, then his household, and only after that brought an offering for the entire community. The Yom Kippur Avodah service recited during Musaf is based on this ritual.
Yom Kippur Torah Reading
Torah Reading
Leviticus 16:1-34; Numbers 29:7-11
Haftarah
Isaiah 57:14-58:14
Featured Commentary
Yom Kippur All Year Long
The proper observance of Yom Kippur, including repentance and introspection, should bring us nearer to God all year long.
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Our weekly Shabbat newsletter, Recharge, features a thoughtful, timely essay to enrich your Shabbat. Here are a few of our recent pieces:
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Leaning In to Strength
In this season of forgiveness, let us not only name our shortcomings but amplify our virtues.
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