Jews celebrate 5776 Jewish New Year

In Israel, the celebration of the Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashanah, begins on Sunday evening. On this day, wishes for a “sweet”, peaceful and happy year are heard.

Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, begins this year on the evening of September 13 and lasts until the evening of September 15. These days they serve liver pate, marinated or stuffed fish, honey cake and apples baked in honey, as well as dishes from carrots, beets and other fruits, whose names in Hebrew or Yiddish are associated with good events. These days it is customary to do good deeds, make donations.