Why did God choose the Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashana, as the 'Day of Judgment,' and what are this holiday's wider implications for the rest of the world?

In the spirit of Rosh Hashana, I want to wish each and every one of you, the United with Israel family, a Shana Tova – a happy and healthy New Year filled with God's blessing. I have some spiritual insights to share with you.

Our sages explain that each of the ten days between Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur is connected to one of the Ten Commandments.

As our sages teach us, the secret to forgiveness is: 'Kol', 'Tzom', and 'Mammon.' Let’s explore what each of these things represents.

The way that Jewish people greet each other on Rosh Hashana is, frankly, a fascinating subject on its own, reflecting the different cultures, communities and levels of observance.

The great 10th century sage, Saadia Gaon, compiled a list of 10 interpretations as to what the Shofar represents and why we blow it on Rosh Hashana.

Rosh Hashana is not just the anniversary of creation. It is also the anniversary of the beginning of God's rule over mankind.

One who repents properly is credited as if he '…went to Jerusalem, rebuilt the Temple, erected the altar, and offered all the required sacrifices.'

Balancing the joyful holiday mood on Rosh Hashana with the solemn nature of the Day of Judgment reminds us that faith in God is what keeps us on the right path in life.

An Israeli chef specializing in "fast" family recipes shares her secrets for a sweet cake for the New Year.

Watch this very interesting video to see how a Shofar is made - from start to finish.

The shofar, essentially a wake-up call, is sounded at least 30 times on Rosh Hashana. How much does it take to wake us up?

Did you know that everything in your life can change suddenly and dramatically, without warning?

This extraordinary video on the occasion of the Jewish New Year teaches a beautiful lesson about how to get the most out of the Rosh Hashana holiday.

Rabbi Tzvi Hirsch Meislish, a Holocaust survivor who eventually found his way to Chicago, where he became a prominent rabbi, tells his personal and fascinating story of a shofar-blowing in Auschwitz.

When the shofar is blown, it's a message to all of us to take stock of our lives and seek ways to grow and improve ourselves.

On Rosh Hashana, we are reminded that prioritizing the needs of others is a powerful way to emulate God's ways!

The story of Chana, mother of Samuel the prophet, reminds us that nothing can be taken for granted. So on Rosh Hashana, give your prayers everything you've got!

One of the highlights of the Rosh Hashana morning service is the recitation of the “U’netaneh Tokef” prayer.

It is customary for Jews to eat symbolic foods on the Jewish New Year, such as apples and honey. However, the reasoning behind it might not be what you think!

With the new year waiting around the corner, the Torah teaches us this week to train our focus on the important things in life.

Does the act of charity have the unique power to annul an evil decree on Rosh Hashana?

Why is it the "first" that God wants, not the best?

We are taught that each of the “Ten Days of Repentance” between Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur is connected to one of the Ten Commandments.

What is it about symbolism, particularly the eating of symbolic foods, that has found such a prominent place on the most hallowed of days?