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In ancient times there were four new years on the Jewish calendar.

The first day of the year becomes the day of judgment.

The meaning of the holiday changes over time.

How the Jewish New Year became a major holiday.

The Jewish New Year is a time of rejoicing and serious introspection.

In 2025, Rosh Hashanah begins at sundown on Monday, Sep. 22 and ends at sundown on Wednesday, Sep. 24.

In Muslim and Christian lands.

In 2026, Purim begins at sundown on Monday, March 2 and ends at sundown on Tuesday, March 3.

The events of the Holocaust put the problem of suffering at the fore of Jewish theological discourse.

Persian Jewry can serve as a role model for Jews who live outside of the Land of Israel.