Pronounced: KID-ush, Origin: Hebrew, literally holiness, the blessing said over wine or grape juice to sanctify Shabbat and holiday.
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The Jewish New Year at Home
The central home ritual of Rosh Hashanah consists of a special festive meal.
Havdalah: Taking Leave of Shabbat
We say goodbye to the Sabbath in a bittersweet ceremony that employs wine, fragrance, and candlelight.