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Rosh Hashanah Traditions: Symbolic Foods and Candle Lighting Explained

The article details the timing of Shabbat and Rosh Hashanah candle lighting for various cities and explains the symbolism behind traditional Rosh Hashanah foods like apples and honey, emphasizing their role in spiritual connection and holiday immersion.

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What happened

  1. 01Candle lighting times for Shabbat and Rosh Hashanah are provided for numerous global cities.
  2. 02Symbolic foods like apples with honey are eaten to usher in a sweet new year.
  3. 03These traditions originate from the Talmud and Kabbalistic teachings.
  4. 04Symbolic foods help individuals connect with the holiday's spiritual atmosphere.
  5. 05The commandment of lighting Shabbat candles is also explained.
Translated and summarized by baba from Vesty, the latest report. Read Vesty’s original

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