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    Yom Kippur, the Jewish Day of Atonement and a holy day on the Jewish calendar, begins Friday. According to the American Jewish Committee, on this holy day the Jewish people will engage in introspection and seek forgiveness for wrongdoing. Here begins Yom Kippur and how to greet your Jewish neighbors and loved ones on Yom Kippur.

    What time does Yom Kippur start in 2024?

    According to Chabad.org, Yom Kippur begins at sunset on Friday, October 11.

    What time does Yom Kippur end?

    According to Chabad.org, Yom Kippur ends at nightfall on Saturday, October 12.

    Why do you fast on Yom Kippur?

    Jewish adults fast during Yom Kippur, although some people may abstain from fasting for health reasons. This 25-hour fast from food and water offers those celebrating Yom Kippur an opportunity to reflect and repent of their sins, Time reported. Jewish people on Yom Kippur “rise above the physical realities of everyday life and focus solely on the spiritual,” according to Chabad.org.

    What do you say to someone on Yom Kippur?

    Not sure how to greet someone observing Yom Kippur? English speakers may wish for that person to “have an easy fast,” according to Time. You can also wish someone a meaningful fast, USA TODAY reported. However, keep in mind that there are people who observe Yom Kippur and cannot fast due to health reasons. A common greeting on Yom Kippur is “G’mar chatima tova,” or “May you be sealed in the Book of Life.” It refers to how a person’s fate is decided on Rosh Hashanah and sealed on Yom Kippur, USA TODAY reported. Because the holy day is more solemn than festive, it’s best to avoid saying something like “Happy Yom Kippur.”

    Paris Barraza is a trending reporter covering California news at The Desert Sun. Reach her at [email protected]. Follow her on Twitter @ParisBarraza.

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