Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, is the holiest and most solemn day of the Jewish year. It is the culmination of the Ten Days of Repentance that began on Rosh Hashanah.
For 25 hours, Jews fast completely — no food, no water — and spend the day in intense prayer and reflection. It is a day to confront one's shortcomings honestly, seek forgiveness, and commit to growth.
The day concludes with the Ne'ilah service, a powerful closing prayer as the "gates of heaven" symbolically close, followed by a single, long blast of the shofar.
Join our community for Yom Kippur programs, events, and celebrations on Chicago's North Shore.