Shofar's Ancient Call Marks Start of Rosh Hashanah
As the Jewish New Year begins at sunset Friday, the sound of the shofar remains a central and cherished part of Rosh Hashanah observances worldwide, according to NPR News.
Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, begins at sunset Friday, according to a report from NPR News.
For many Jews around the world, the report said, a highlight of the holiday will be hearing the shofar — an animal's horn that is blown like a trumpet during services.
NPR News described the instrument's sound as a defining feature of the holiday, noting its long-standing role in Rosh Hashanah observances for Jewish communities globally.
The report did not provide additional details on the specific rituals or regional variations associated with the shofar's use during the holiday.
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