haredi

Pronounced: hah-RAY-dee, Origin: Hebrew, literally “in awe of” or “fearing” God, this means ultra-Orthodox or fervently Orthodox.

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Must-Know Rosh Hashanah Words and Phrases

Your glossary for the Jewish New Year.

Text of Tashlich

This prayer is traditionally recited on Rosh Hashanah by a flowing body of water.

Text of Avinu Malkeinu

This series of petitions addressed to "Our Father, Our King," is recited on Yom Kippur and other fast days.