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Rabbi Explains Spiritual Significance of Rosh Hashanah Falling on Shabbat

How 2 Israeli newsrooms (in Hebrew, English) covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.

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By תהילה צ'קול

First reported by Israel National News · 5 hours ago

What happened

Rabbi Ariel Goren explained that Rosh Hashanah falling on Shabbat, which prohibits blowing the shofar, carries a spiritual significance of mercy and hope, replacing the shofar's call with Shabbat's sanctity. He addressed public fears, particularly after October 7th, by highlighting positive historical events that occurred during similar years and emphasizing the power of positive speech for the new year.

  • 01Rabbi Goren explained the spiritual significance of Rosh Hashanah on Shabbat.
  • 02He addressed public fears following October 7th regarding the shofar's absence.
  • 03The sanctity of Shabbat itself brings mercy and hope, replacing the shofar.
  • 04Historically, years with Rosh Hashanah on Shabbat saw positive events.
  • 05Positive speech and unity are emphasized for the coming year.

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The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

Now 14Right · Hebrew2 hours ago
Rabbi Explains Spiritual Significance of Rosh Hashanah Falling on Shabbat
Israel National NewsRight · English5 hours ago
Silent Shofar on Shabbat Teaches Lesson in Jewish Unity

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