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For 2010 / 11
Rosh Hashanah - September 19th

Jews believe Rosh Hashanah represents either the creation of the World, or Universe, although some think that it commemorates the creation of man - which would mean that the universe was created five days before that.

Occuring in September or October, the Jewish Rosh Hashanah festival marks the beginning of the New Year.

The festival in the Bible is called Yom Ha-Zikkaron, which means Day of Rememberence.

For Jews, the New Year is a spiritual time when relationships with God can be repaired. The festival is also a time to remember the responsibilities of being God’s chosen people.

The Shabbat is a traditional Jewish instrument made from a Ram (or ocassionally goat’s) horn. It is also used during other holidays in the Jewish calendar, including Shabbat and Yom Kippur - when it is used to signify the end of the last day of fasting. The instrument has a long history, dating back to the beginning of Judaism itself.

Some popular food that’s eaten includes apples and bread dipped in honey; the sweet food is meant to signify a sweet new year.One other thing to be eaten is the Challah bread which is round and symbolises the cyclical nature of the year. Other important food include fish and pomegrantes.

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