Blessings are also typically said over candles. Jewish people usually go to the synagogue for services on Rosh Hashanah and refrain from "creative work" and other activities, according to Chabad.org.

During Rosh Hashanah, we spend a lot of time in the synagogue ... It's a time of fasting and prayer and Charlie says it can also be an anxious time, worrying about God's forgiveness.

The holiday is held on the 10th day of the year on the Hebrew calendar, with Rosh Hashanah having been the Jewish New Year. Yom Kippur is typically celebrated with a day of reflection, prayer and ...

The Jewish festival of Rosh Hashanah occurs in September or October, depending on the lunar calendar that is followed by Jews. It is a time for Jews to reflect on their year, including their good ...

Rosh Hashanah celebrates the Jewish New Year ... According to Chabad.org, many Jews observing the holiday spend the holiday in prayer. It is a day for solemnity, rather than celebration.

More: What is Rosh Hashanah? When is it? What to know about Jewish New Year traditions, food, more It started on Oct. 2 and will end on the evening of Oct. 4. A time of prayer, the holiday is ...