As Maryland synagogues celebrated the Jewish new year, Rosh Hashanah, they did so with heavy hearts, reflecting on the recent tragedies that have affected the Jewish community. The solemn and reflective atmosphere was prominent as members came together to mark the holiday, which began at sundown on Sunday.
The Jewish new year is a time for reflection, renewal, and repentance. However, this year’s celebrations were overshadowed by recent events, including the tragic shooting at the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh last year and the rise in antisemitic incidents across the country.
Rabbi Daniel Burg of Beth Am Synagogue in Baltimore emphasized the need for solidarity and unity within the Jewish community in the face of these challenges. He urged members to remember the victims of these tragedies and to come together to support one another during this difficult time.
Despite the somber mood, the celebrations also provided an opportunity for hope and optimism for the year ahead. Rabbi Craig Axler of Temple Isaiah in Fulton spoke about the importance of coming together as a community to celebrate and find strength in each other.
As the Jewish community in Maryland observed Rosh Hashanah, they did so with a sense of resilience and determination to overcome the challenges they face. The holiday served as a reminder of the enduring spirit of the Jewish people and the need to stand together in times of adversity.
In the face of adversity, the Maryland synagogues celebrated the Jewish new year with heavy hearts, but also with a sense of hope and unity that will carry them through the challenges ahead.
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