Mrs. Walsh describes the meaning of Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement.
Yom Kippur aka the Day of Atonement falls on the 10th day of the month in Tishray. This is the holiest day of the year for Jews. Jewish people take part in a 25 hour fast (no food or drink at all). The reason for this is to concentrate on our spiritual needs rather than our physical ones. There are exceptions for pregnant women, sickness, medication, etc., for they are not supposed to cause physical or mental harm to themselves. Many people wear sneakers or soft slippers throughout the day rather than leather shoes.
On this day Jews are meant to repent and pray. We read the story of Jonah and the Whale to teach us of repentance. After the final shofar blast in the Ne'ila service the whole congregation says "Next year in Jerusalem!"
After coming home from the synagogue, we have a big feast with our family and friends to break the fast. This is where we get the word breakfast from!
Mrs. Walsh
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Our Transition Year (TY) students hosted a successful coffee morning in the school hall to raise funds for Our Lady's Hospice & Care Services in Harold's Cross. Year groups visited the hall in turn for tea, coffee, and treats. Thanks to Ms. Maxwell, Ms. Talbot, Ms. McGill and all our TY students.
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On Wednesday, the 23rd of September, a group of us TY students had the opportunity to welcome Irish writer Elaine Garvey to our school, where we took part in a two-hour workshop with her. On Friday the 25th of September, we embarked on our weekly trip which brought us northside, to Glasnevin Cemetery, so write Ianis, Vihaan and Matthew B (TY Weekly editors).
Some of our Chinese students celebrated the Mooncake Festival this morning with traditional treats, and stories about the holiday. The round shape of the mooncakes mirrors the bright harvest moon, symbolizing family togetherness and completeness.
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