Meir Panim’s
Jewish Holiday Guide
Yom Kippur
Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, is the holiest day in the Jewish calendar. It is a day of fasting, prayer, and repentance, dedicated to seeking forgiveness for sins and reconciling with God and fellow human beings. The day is marked by intensive prayer services, including the Kol Nidre and Neilah prayers, and concludes with the blowing of the shofar.
- Observed on the 10th day of Tishrei.
- 25-hour fast from food and drink.
- Intensive prayer services in synagogue.
- Recitation of the Vidui (confession of sins).
- Wearing white clothing to symbolize purity.
- Concluding with the Neilah service and the blowing of the shofar.
How Meir Panim can help those in need for Yom Kippur
Provides pre-fast and break-fast hot meals to families in need.
Offers pre-paid credit cards so families in need can shop independently with dignity.
By supporting Meir Panim, you can help ensure that every Jewish family, regardless of their financial situation, can fully celebrate and observe these meaningful holidays.
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