Rosh Hashanah seder

The Seder for the night of Rosh Hashanah being Judaic Minhag the complete eating of symbolic aliments, reciting psalms during the Supper of Rosh HaShanah. Generally for symbolic foods that shall be eaten during the Seder it is known the Simanim (symbolic aliments) order and are provided together "blessings" and "worships".[1]

Some of the foods traditionally eaten at a Rosh Hashanah seder

At the Rosh Hashanah seder, special foods known as simanim (signs) are served.

History

According to author Rahel Musleah, the tradition of holding a seder on Rosh Hashanah is at least 2000 years old.[2] It has especially been practiced among the Sephardi communities of the Mediterranean region.[3]

Foods

The following foods are traditionally eaten, though individual customs vary:

Most commonly, a piece of apple is dipped in honey.

See also

References
  1. A Yamim Noraim High Holiday Primer
  2. Musleah, Rahel (2004). Apples and Pomegranates: A Family Seder for Rosh Hashanah - Rahel Musleah - Google Books. ISBN 9781580131230. Retrieved 2014-02-09.
  3. Cardin, N.B. (2000), The Tapestry of Jewish Time: A Spiritual Guide to Holidays and Life-cycle Events, Behrman House, ISBN 9780874416459
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