“Rosh Hashanah is a time to spend with loved ones, including inviting those who don’t observe the holiday to join friends and family who do for dinner.
“Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, is meant for celebration and self-reflection. A joyous holidays in the Jewish faith, it serves as the birthday of the universe, marking the day that God created Adam and Eve.
“Jewish holidays follow a lunar calendar—unlike the Gregorian calendar, which is based on the solar cycle—so the exact date varies from year to year. In accordance with the Hebrew calendar, Rosh Hashanah is celebrated on Tishrei 1 and 2. This year, that corresponds with September 30 and October 1.”
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