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59 articles- About This YearA detailed overview of the Jewish year 5785, explaining its rare 355-day configuration, holiday schedule, and the spiritual significance of its calendar structu
- Shabbat Parshat Nitzavim-VayelechA guide to the customs of Shabbat Parshat Nitzavim-Vayelech, including Chabad traditions for the month of Tishrei, Tehillim, and liturgical instructions.
- SelichotA concise guide to the laws and customs of Selichot for Ashkenazim and Sefardim, covering timing, minyan requirements, and liturgical practices.
- Erev Rosh HashanahA guide to the laws and customs of Erev Rosh Hashanah, covering Selichot, the cessation of Shofar blowing, Hatarat Nedarim, and requirements for the Chazzan.
- FastingA brief overview of the custom to fast on Erev Rosh Hashanah as an aid to Teshuvah and the importance of breaking the fast before the holiday begins.
- The Annulment of VowsA guide to the laws and customs of Hatarat Nedarim (Annulment of Vows) on Erev Rosh Hashanah, including requirements for a minyan, language, and women's roles.
- Keren HashanahLearn about the Lubavitcher Rebbe's Keren Hashanah fund, which ensures daily tzedaka contributions for participants throughout the entire Jewish calendar year.
- Visiting the Graves of TzadikimA guide to the customs of visiting the graves of tzadikim on Erev Rosh Hashanah, including prayer guidelines, intercession, and preparation requirements.
- Haircuts and BathingLearn about the customs of haircuts, bathing, and dressing on Erev Rosh Hashanah as expressions of confidence in a favorable judgment from the Almighty.
- Mikvah for MenA guide to the custom of men immersing in a Mikvah on Erev Rosh Hashanah, including alternatives like showers and specific Kabbalistic intentions for immersion.
- TzedakahA brief halachic reminder regarding the obligation to provide for the needy members of one's community to ensure they can celebrate Yom Tov properly.
- Good ResolutionsLearn about the Rebbe Rashab's practice of accepting new Hiddurim and the Baal Shem Tov's teaching on serving G-d with renewed vitality each Rosh Hashanah.
- Eiruv TavshillinA practical guide to the laws of Eiruv Tavshillin for Rosh Hashanah, covering the procedure, community reliance, and specific rules for cooking and Shabbat prep
- MinchaDiscover the significance of the final Mincha prayer on Erev Rosh Hashanah as a unique opportunity to rectify a year's worth of prayers through focused kavana.
- First Night of Rosh HashanahEssential halachic guidelines for the first night of Rosh Hashanah, including candle-lighting times, specific blessings, and preparations for the second night.
- Praising the JewsThe Rebbe Maharash explains that G-d values a Jew praising another Jew even more than the prayers of the righteous, a merit observed by angels on Rosh Hashanah.
- Precious TimeDiscover the spiritual significance of Rosh Hashanah's time and the practice of reciting Tehillim to achieve atonement through focused prayer and concentration.
- No Smoking ZoneA brief halachic and ethical recommendation to refrain from smoking on Rosh Hashanah, even for those who smoke during the rest of the year.
- Before MaarivA brief guide on the Chabad custom of reciting Tehillim before Maariv and throughout the forty-nine hours of Rosh Hashanah.
- MaarivA guide to the Maariv service on Rosh Hashanah, including the recitation of Oseh HaShalom and the significance of Psalm 24 as a segulah for livelihood.
- PrayersPractical and spiritual guidance for High Holiday prayers, emphasizing clear recitation, the significance of tears, and the power of repentance to change decree
- KittelA concise guide to the customs surrounding the wearing of a kittel during Rosh Hashanah prayers, including variations for chazzanim and the Chabad tradition.
- GreetingsA guide to traditional Rosh Hashanah greetings for men, women, and groups, including Chabad customs and the appropriate timing for these blessings.
- The MealA guide to Rosh Hashanah meal customs, including the symbolism of round challah, dipping bread in honey, and the traditions of the Chabad Rebbes.
- Simanim SignsA guide to the symbolic foods (Simanim) eaten on Rosh Hashanah, including their meanings, Hebrew prayers, and customs for apples, pomegranates, fish, and more.
- The Brachot BlessingsA guide to the laws and customs of blessings on Rosh Hashanah, including Chabad and Sefardic traditions, the Vilna Gaon's view on grapes, and vegetable brachot.
- Prayers on the FoodsA guide to the significance of Rosh Hashanah symbolic foods, focusing on the Shela's perspective, the importance of Teshuva, and specific Chabad customs.
- On the Second NightA brief overview of the differing customs between Sefardim, Ashkenazim, and Chabad regarding eating symbolic foods on the second night of Rosh Hashanah.
- No AngerThe Mishna Berurah advises maintaining a joyful heart and avoiding anger during the High Holidays, focusing instead on trust in G-d, repentance, and mitzvot.
- Off the MenuA guide to Rosh Hashanah dietary customs, explaining why we avoid sour foods and nuts to ensure a sweet year and maintain focus during prayer.
- Grace After MealsA guide to the laws of Birkat HaMazon on Rosh Hashanah, covering Ya'aleh Veyavo omissions, specific Harachaman additions, and marital conduct during the holiday
- The First Day of Rosh HashanahPractical customs for the first day of Rosh Hashanah, including recommended wake-up times and mikvah immersion for Chazanim, Kohanim, and those blowing shofar.
- Melodies in the PrayersGuidelines for the chazzan on maintaining communal melodies and proper kavana during prayer to ensure congregational focus and avoid personal display.
- Praying AloneA brief halachic guide on whether an individual praying alone should recite the piyutim typically included in the communal repetition of the Amidah.
- Psalm 130An overview of the customs regarding the recitation of Psalm 130 during the Ten Days of Repentance, contrasting general community practices with Chabad custom.
- No HallelLearn why Hallel is not recited on Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, the solemn Days of Judgment.
- Taking out the TorahA brief guide on reciting the 13 Attributes of Divine Mercy and the Ribono Shel Olam prayer when taking out the Torah with or without a minyan.
- Torah ReadingAn overview of Rosh Hashanah Torah readings, including the birth of Isaac and Samuel, aliyah customs for the Ba'al Tokei’a, and the unique High Holiday cantilla
- Shofar BlowingA brief overview of the custom for rabbis to deliver inspiring words of Teshuvah and humility to the congregation before the blowing of the Shofar.
- Eating Before Hearing the ShofarA guide to the laws and customs regarding eating and drinking before hearing the Shofar on Rosh Hashanah, including exceptions for health and specific rituals.
- The Baal TokeiaA guide to the requirements for the Baal Tokeia and Baal Makri, emphasizing the importance of righteousness and knowledge of Shofar laws and Kabbalistic meaning
- The ShofarA concise guide to the Halachic requirements for a Shofar, covering animal sources, minimum length, and the status of cracked horns.
- No TalkingGuidelines on maintaining silence and focus during Shofar blowing, including the prohibition of talking and the custom of silent Teshuvah between sets of notes.
- Standing vs SittingA guide to Ashkenazic and Sephardic customs regarding standing or sitting during Shofar blowing, including specific instructions for hearing aid users.
- No Hearing AidHalachic guidance on the use of hearing aids during the blowing of the Shofar on Rosh Hashanah.
- During MusafA concise guide to the laws and customs of blowing the Shofar during the Musaf prayer on Rosh Hashanah, including timing, sequence, and communal variations.
- How to Blow the ShofarA practical guide to blowing the Shofar, covering the laws of covering the horn, mouth positioning, sound length, breathing techniques, and correcting errors.
- Blowing for Other JewsPractical guidelines for blowing Shofar for others on Rosh Hashanah, including the number of blasts, blessings for men and women, and Sephardic customs.
- Bowing on Rosh HashanahA guide to the laws and customs of bowing during Aleinu on Rosh Hashanah, including the requirement for a separation between one's face and a stone floor.
- In the Afternoon of Rosh HashanahLearn the customs regarding napping on Rosh Hashanah, the significance of a sleepy mazal, and the importance of reciting Tehillim and studying Torah.
- Mincha on Rosh HashanahLearn the significance of Mincha on Rosh Hashanah, its connection to Isaac and the Akeidah, and the specific liturgical changes for the afternoon prayer.
- TashlichA guide to the Tashlich custom on Rosh Hashanah, explaining its symbolism, timing, and the significance of performing it by water with live fish.
- Second Night of Rosh HashanahA guide to the laws and customs of the second night of Rosh Hashanah, focusing on the Shehechiyanu blessing, candle lighting, and the use of a new fruit or garm
- Second Day of Rosh HashanahA guide to the prayers, customs, and laws for the second day of Rosh Hashanah when it falls on a Friday, including Brit Milah, food prep, and Kabbalat Shabbat.
- Shabbat TeshuvahLearn the significance of Shabbat Shuvah as a time dedicated to Torah study, prayer, and repentance to elevate and rectify all other Sabbaths of the year.
- Shabbat Teshuva DerashaAn overview of the Shabbat Teshuva Derasha tradition, emphasizing the Rav's role in inspiring repentance through positive speech and the importance of joy.
- Farbrengen after Rosh HashanahLearn about the Lubavitcher Rebbe's custom of leading a farbrengen after Rosh Hashanah to draw the holiness of the holiday into the upcoming year.
- Tzom GedalyahA guide to the laws and customs of Tzom Gedalyah, including the history of the fast, prayer modifications for Shacharit and Mincha, and specific timing details.
- The Ten Days of RepentanceA guide to the laws and customs of the Ten Days of Repentance, covering prayer insertions, corrections for mistakes in the Amidah, and spiritual preparations.
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