High Holy Day
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Definition
Noun: - A Jewish holy day observed with particular solemnity and importance within the Jewish religious calendar. These are the most sacred days of the year, characterized by prayer, reflection, and specific religious observances.
Usage
The term "high holy day" refers specifically to the most significant and solemn festivals in Judaism. It is typically used in a religious or cultural context to denote these major observances. - Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur are the two primary high holy days. - Many Jewish people attend synagogue services on the high holy days.
Advanced Usage
- "The High Holy Days" (plural, often capitalized): This is the most common usage, referring collectively to the period encompassing Rosh Hashanah (the Jewish New Year) and Yom Kippur (the Day of Atonement), along with the days in between. This period is also known as the "Days of Awe" ().
- During the High Holy Days, the focus is on repentance and spiritual renewal.
Variants and Related Words
- High Holiday: A common variant with identical meaning.
- Synagogue attendance increases on the High Holidays.
- Yamim Noraim: The Hebrew term for the "Days of Awe," encompassing the High Holy Days.
- Solemn feast day: A descriptive synonym emphasizing the serious and sacred nature.
Synonyms
- Major Jewish festival
- Solemn feast day (in a Jewish context)
- Day of Awe (specifically for Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur)
Related Phrases
- Observe the high holy days: To participate in the religious rituals and customs of these days.
- My family gathers to observe the high holy days together.
- High holy day season: Refers to the period surrounding these holidays.
- The high holy day season is a time for community and introspection.
Noun
- Jewish holy days observed with particular solemnity