It's Rosh Hashana , also known as the start of the Jewish New Year.

The celebratory holiday lasts two days, starting at sunset on Monday, Sept. 22, and continuing through the evening of Wednesday, Sept. 24.

Rosh Hashana, which translates from Hebrew as "head of the year," is one of the most important observances on the Jewish calendar. Many Jews take off work or school during this time.

Yom Kippur, known as the Day of Atonement , always follows Rosh Hashana. The two observances are known together as the High Holidays .

How is Rosh Hashana observed?

Rosh Hashana marks the beginning of the Days of Awe – 10 days of introspection and repentance that lead into Yom Kippur.

During these days, Jews believe the Book of Life is opened and that God writes down what their upcoming ye

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