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Marked by a full day of prayer and fasting, Yom Kippur takes place 10 days after Rosh Hashanah, and is one of the faith's holiest days. Learn more about the holy day of Yom Kippur, from observing this day of personal reflection and atonement to how to teach others about its significance, with the help of eHow's Jewish holiday experts. Find tips and advice on how to make amends with others as well as a guide for those interested in becoming a Rabbi.

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How to Dress on Yom Kippur

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Knowing how to properly dress on Yom Kippur, the Jewish holiday also known as the Day of Atonement, will depend on how closely you follow the ancient rituals and customs of Judaism. While many Jews dress in a normal, yet respectful fashion, ... more »

How to Make Amends Between the High Holidays

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With the new year comes an opportunity to make amends, and a chance at a new beginning. The days between Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur are a time of introspection, forgiveness and atonement... more »

How to Make Amends Between the High Holidays

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With the new year comes an opportunity to make amends, and a chance at a new beginning. The days between Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur are a time of introspection, forgiveness and atonement... more »

How to Practice Kapparot for Yom Kippur

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Kapparot is an ancient ritual performed just prior to Yom Kippur, where a chicken or rooster is offered in exchange for atonement for one's sins and is then donated to charity. While modern versions replace the chicken or rooster with cash ... more »

How to Prepare for the Yom Kippur Fast

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During Yom Kippur, the Jewish holiday also known as the Day of Atonement, adults are required to refrain from eating or drinking for a 25-hour period from one-half hour before sundown until nightfall the next day. By properly preparing your body ... more »

How to Get the Day Off for Yom Kippur

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An important part of observing Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, is taking the day off work. Although some companies close for the Jewish holy days, most do not... more »

How to Get the Day Off for Yom Kippur

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An important part of observing Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, is taking the day off work. Although some companies close for the Jewish holy days, most do not... more »

How to Observe the Yom Kippur Fast

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The Yom Kippur fast is an important part of observing this holy day. Because Yom Kippur is a day of self-denial, Jews abstain from the pleasure of food and focus instead on repentance... more »

How to Observe Yom Kippur

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Yom Kippur is a Jewish holy day that takes place 10 days after Rosh Hashana (the Jewish New Year). Also known as the Day of Atonement, it is a time for introspection, prayer and forgiveness... more »

How to Break the Fast of Yom Kippur

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Properly breaking the fast for Yom Kippur requires caution in regards to your health, as well as strict adherence to religious traditions. While it is tempting to end the 25-hour fast with a large meal, it is actually highly recommended that you ... more »

How to Celebrate Yom Kippur in Israel

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It is the dream of many Jews to celebrate Yom Kippur, or the Day of Atonement, in Israel at least once in their lives. Making this dream come true, however, can be quite a challenge, since literally millions of Jews have the same idea. By ... more »

How to Explain Yom Kippur to Children

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While Yom Kippur, also known as the Day of Atonement, is one of the most serious and solemn of Jewish observances, explaining this holiday to your children should be quite easy. By highlighting the undercurrent of joy and optimism that permeates ... more »

How to Follow the Five Prohibitions of Yom Kippur

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Yom Kippur, also known as the Day of Atonement, is one of the holiest of all Jewish holidays. Lasting from 30 minutes before sundown until just after nightfall the next day, Yom Kippur is the time to ask for forgiveness for sins against both God ... more »

How to Pray on Yom Kippur

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Part of Yom Kippur, the traditional Jewish holiday also known as the Day of Atonement, is following a strict prayer schedule throughout the day. While the level of participation in the many prayer services varies according to the commitment of ... more »

How to Prepare a Seudah Mafseket Before Yom Kippur

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Seudah Mafseket, or "last meal," is the traditional Jewish feast that is celebrated just before Yom Kippur, also known as the Day of Atonement. Jews are expected to fast from one-half hour before sundown until night falls the next day, so your ... more »

How to Prepare a Yom Kippur Eve Feast

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The Yom Kippur Eve Feast is the pre-fast meal and an important part of atonement. Eat the food with joy and acceptance that it's a time to forgive and be forgiven. These tips can make your meal enjoyable and your fast easier... more »

How to Prepare for Shul on Yom Kippur

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Attending prayer services at your shul, or synagogue, is an important part of observing Yom Kippur, the Jewish holy day that is also known as the Day of Atonement. Five different services should be attended, starting just after sundown on the ... more »

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