Yom Kippur, Judaism's holiest day, occurs annually in late September or early October. It's a day of atonement, focused on repentance and reconciliation with God. Observance includes a 25-hour fast, intensive prayer, and abstaining from work and pleasures. Synagogue services feature confessions and prayers for forgiveness. The day culminates with the shofar blast, marking the end of the fast and the hope for a year of blessings. It is a time for introspection, seeking forgiveness from others, and reaffirming commitment to ethical and spiritual growth.
In 1934, Hank Greenberg, a Baseball Hall of Famer, garnered national attention when he refused to play on Yom Kippur, even though his Detroit Tigers were in the middle of a pennant race. When Greenberg arrived in synagogue on Yom Kippur, he received a standing ovation from the congregation.
In 1965, Sandy Koufax, a Hall of Fame pitcher for the Los Angeles Dodgers, made the decision not to play in Game 1 of the World Series because it fell on Yom Kippur. Koufax's choice, highlighted the conflict between social pressures and personal beliefs, and gained national attention.
In 1967, Yom Kippur occurred on October 14, which is the latest Yom Kippur can occur relative to the Gregorian dates.
In 2013, Yom Kippur fell on September 14, which is the earliest date on which Yom Kippur can fall in terms of the Gregorian calendar.
In 2013, it was reported that 73% of the Jewish population in Israel intended to fast on Yom Kippur. It is common in Israel to wish people "Tsom Kal" (easy fast) or "Tsom Mo'il" (benefiting fast) before Yom Kippur, regardless of their fasting plans.
In 2016, the United Nations officially recognized Yom Kippur. From then on, no official meetings would take place on this day. Additionally, the UN announced Yom Kippur as one of its floating holidays, marking the first time the UN officially recognized a Jewish holiday.
In 2043, Yom Kippur will occur on October 14, which is the latest Yom Kippur can occur relative to the Gregorian dates.
After 2089, the differences between the Hebrew calendar and the Gregorian calendar will result in Yom Kippur falling no earlier than September 15.
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