Jewish holidays

Passover and Hanukkah

Jewish holidays are religious observances in Judaism, marking events from biblical history, agricultural cycles, or spiritual themes.

Major holidays include Passover (exodus from Egypt), Rosh Hashanah (new year), Yom Kippur (day of atonement), and Hanukkah (festival of lights).

Most involve specific rituals, prayers, and foods: We're hosting the family for the Jewish holidays this year.

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