Frequently Asked Questions

what is yom kippur?

Yom Kippur, the day of atonement, is ten days after the start of Rosh Hashana (Jewish New Year) the ten day to repent all sins which when granted lead to a truly happy New Year. It is a fast and five prohibitions of Yom Kippur are:

  1. Eating and Drinking
  2. Anointing with Perfumes or Lotions
  3. Marital Relations
  4. Washing
  5. Wearing Leather Shoes