Matthew Braddy03/10/14Rabbi GreenburgHolida Paper"Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur"Of all the Jewish holidays, the most sanctified is the Jewish New Year period. This is a very solemn moment and an enlightening celebration. The celebration of Rosh Hashanah is a time to reflect appreciation for the creation of the universe, creatures, and even humanity. The Jewish people personally analyze individual flaws and that is when we think about the positive and negative aspects of the year. Preparation for self-improvement is the main idea of ​​this holiday because Jews want to be forgiven so that they can live happily and confidently. The Jewish holiday, Rosh Hashanah, is celebrated in the month of Tishre. On the first day of Tishre we try to blow the Shofar. The Shofar, better known as the ram's horn, is a symbolic piece used at the beginning of all national events. For example, events on Mount Sinai, at the beginning of a war, or on the eve of the Coming of Peace. Rosh Hashanah is the prelude to the holy day of Yom Kippur. The difference between these two is that Rosh Hashanah is a time when all the creatures of the world within a ten day period stand before the creator and are judged by him, which is why we truly embrace this time of year. Every single person is judged and no one escapes this specific fate. The culmination of this celebration is Yom Kippur. Jewish tradition understands that it is not possible to hide from the eyes of the Almighty and that he sees everything. God is undoubtedly a loving and forgiving God, and by prayer and supplication the Creator will forgive people who have sinned and who have offended other people. The Jewish God is comparable to a Catholic God but is different...... medium paper......ng and by preparing the Jewish people celebrate Yom Kippur the day of the anointing. This report was enlightening and informative. It was great to find out information about my religion. The originality of this religion is what makes it so unique from others and special. We have a structure that allows people to do to God what they want done to them. By giving back through words and actions, the holiday can be a very gracious and prayerful time for people to reflect and try to become a better person. These holidays allow for spiritual growth which is one of the most vital aspects of the Jewish religion. Without an absolute understanding of gratitude, faith, and humiliation before God, this religion cannot be truly embraced; by embracing these aspects religion can be illuminated in all ways and seen as one of the most beautiful parts of life..