Yom Kippur (Noun)
Meaning
(Judaism) a solemn and major fast day on the Jewish calendar; 10th of Tishri; its observance is one of the requirements of the Mosaic law.
Classification
Nouns denoting time and temporal relations.
Examples
- Yom Kippur is considered the holiest day of the year in the Jewish calendar, a day of atonement and forgiveness.
- During Yom Kippur, observant Jews fast from sunset to sunset, abstaining from food and drink for 25 hours.
- The tradition of Yom Kippur dates back to the time of Moses, when the high priest would enter the Holy of Holies to atone for the sins of the people.
- In preparation for Yom Kippur, many Jews attend synagogue services and recite prayers of repentance and forgiveness.
- The ritual of Kol Nidre, a beautiful and haunting melody, is sung on the eve of Yom Kippur, marking the beginning of the fast day.