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Culture17:54 · 8m ago

Rabbi Mordechai Eliyahu Hirsch Observes Kapparot Ritual

By זאב בלוי
Translated & summarized from JDN by baba
The story · English

Rabbi Mordechai Eliyahu Hirsch, a prominent figure in the Lithuanian Haredi community, observed the traditional Kapparot ritual on Friday, September 19, 2026, ahead of Yom Kippur. The ritual, which involves swinging a chicken or other fowl over one's head while reciting a prayer, is a custom performed by many Jews to atone for sins.

Rabbi Hirsch, known for his adherence to traditional practices, performed the ceremony in accordance with established customs. The article notes that the date of publication was September 19, 2026, with the update also occurring on the same day. No further details regarding the specific location or participants beyond Rabbi Hirsch were provided in the source text.

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