Rosh Hashanah and Rachel Calof
by Merry Helm
September 16, 2020 — In Hebrew, Rosh Hashanah means “head of the year,” which is why the holiday is commonly known as Jewish New Year. Rosh Hashanah began yesterday at sunset, so today marks the first day of the Jewish Year 5765; the holiday will end tomorrow night.
Rosh Hashanah is one of the holiest days of the year – a time to reflect on past mistakes a…