High Holy Day Prayer Lesson 3—The Problem of Kingship
We refer to the idea that G-d is King in [...]
High Holy Day Prayer Lesson 2 – The Piyyut Adirei Ayumah
A number of very formal poems, called piyyutim, are added to the Amidot of the High Holy Days. Often, they come in the form of alphabetical acrostics (like the Ashrei) with each verse beginning with another letter of the Hebrew alphabet.
High Holy Day Prayer Lesson 1—The Additions to the Amidah
During the 10 Days of Penitence from Rosh Hashanah through Yom Kippur, there are a number of additions and changes to the Amidah. These reflect the themes of this time period—G-d as king and judge, who determines our fate for the coming year.
The Binding of Isaac in Art
When viewing artwork related to the Binding of Isaac, here are some questions you should ask.
High Holy Days Poetry
Please enjoy these High Holy Day poems as a supplement to your High Holy Day worship.
High Holiday Supplemental Readings
Here are some supplemental readings and their corresponding page numbers in the Mahzor:
Prayer Lesson 27 – Removing the Torah from the Ark
The opening lines for the Torah service don’t talk about [...]
Prayer Lesson 25 – “G-d, Guard my Tongue” – the Meditation After the Amidah
The great writer Jorge Luis Borges once wrote, “Don’t speak [...]
Prayer Lesson 24 – The Blessing of Peace
The final blessing of the Amidah is the blessing of [...]
2020 High Holy Day Services Plan
Dear Friends, The High Holy Days are a time of [...]