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Yom Kippur 2026: Dates, Times, and Observance Guidelines
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Yom Kippur in 2026 begins the evening of Sunday, September 20, and ends the evening of Monday, September 21. The day involves a full fast, abstention from work, and other restrictions aimed at spiritual reflection, with specific prayer services and customs observed throughout.
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- Yom Kippur 2026 runs from the evening of Sept. 20 to the evening of Sept. 21.
- Observance includes a complete fast, no work, and other physical restrictions.
- Specific prayer services like Kol Nidrei and Neilah are central to the day.
- Exemptions from fasting are permitted for medical reasons and active duty soldiers.
- Guidance is provided for both communal and individual observance.
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