Why do we struggle and find it difficult to follow along with the Rosh Hashana prayers? Is there anything to do about it? Find out now from Rabbi Chaim Mintz, […]
Shabbat and Holidays
Discover the meaning and customs of Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, with inspiring articles and practical how-tos.
On Rosh Hashanah we have the special Mitzvah (commandment) of listening to the sound of the shofar (the blowing of a special kind of horn). The Rambam (Laws of Teshuvah, […]
Watch the lyric video of TheZone favorite ‘The Sound of the Shofar’! This song blends the emotions of this season together with trademark Oorah inspiration, bringing you a fresh sound […]
Rosh Hashanah is upon us. Here’s some insight into the meaning behind the holiday’s festivities. And: What can we do to influence our judgment for the better? Rabbi Chaim Mintz, […]
You never want to be the same person you used to be. Oorah’s founder, Rabbi Chaim Mintz delivers a short Rosh Hashanah message for Oorah’s families. You can watch Rabbi […]
Ever wonder what the sounds of the “Shofar” are all about? Oorah’s founder, Rabbi Chaim Mintz delivers a short Rosh Hashanah message for Oorah’s families. You can watch Rabbi Mintz’s […]
Rosh Hashanah is also known as “Yom Teruah” (Day of Blowing the Shofar), but “Teruah” has more than one meaning…. Oorah’s founder, Rabbi Chaim Mintz delivers a short Rosh Hashanah […]
It’s Rosh Hashanah time, and G-d has lots in store for us, but are we willing to accept it? Oorah’s founder, Rabbi Chaim Mintz, delivers a short Rosh Hashanah message […]
There are many symbolic foods traditionally eaten at the Rosh Hashana meal. (This article does a good job explaining the background for this.) Probably the most well known, of course, […]
Honey cake is a tried and true Rosh Hashana tradition. But how many of us actually enjoy our cake? Here’s a recipe from Mrs. Horowitz, an Oorah employee who actually […]
