Jewish Leaders Offer Ritual Solution to Fears of Rosh Hashanah Falling on Shabbat
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By יואל סילבר
First reported by Behadrei Haredim · 10 hours ago
What happened
Prominent rabbis are promoting a special "Pidyon Nefesh" ritual, based on Kabbalistic tradition, to counter fears associated with Rosh Hashanah falling on Shabbat and potentially bringing divine judgment. The ritual, linked to historical accounts of salvation, involves a donation to charity and is presented as a guaranteed method to ensure safety and well-being for the coming year.
- 01Rosh Hashanah falling on Shabbat raises fears due to historical precedents and Kabbalistic interpretations.
- 02A special "Pidyon Nefesh" ritual is being promoted as a solution to avert judgment.
- 03The ritual is attributed to Rabbi Isaac Luria and has historical accounts of success.
- 04Participation involves a donation to a prominent Israeli charity organization.
- 05Leaders urge participation to ensure safety and overcome fear for the new year.
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