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Yom Kippur

September 21 · Judaism · Monotheisms

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Esoteric and historical meaning

Day of Atonement: sealing the books opened at the New Year. Total suspension of bodily needs for twenty-four hours, angelic imitation.

Operative mechanics — ritual acts

·Complete fasting from sunset to sunset
·Kol Nidrei: annulment of vows
·Collective confession and asking for forgiveness from those offended before the day begins

Traditional foods

·Hearty meal before the fast
·Breaking the fast with water and sweets

Offerings

·Charity (tzedakah) given before sunset

Taboos to respect

·No food, drinks, washing, anointing, leather footwear, or relations

Associated symbols

White · Sealed book · Goat