Yom Kippur
Context
The holiest day of the year in Judaism, known as the Day of Atonement
Explanation
Yom Kippur is a day of fasting, prayer, and repentance, marking the culmination of the 10 Days of Awe that begin with Rosh Hashanah. It is a time for Jews to atone for their sins and seek forgiveness.
Applications
Observance includes a 25-hour period of fasting and intensive prayer, often spending most of the day in synagogue services.
It is a day to reflect on the past year and to make amends with others.
The shofar is blown at the end of Yom Kippur to mark the conclusion of the fast.