Tag: Fasting on Yom Kippur

Rabbi Jeremy Markiz

Stand Bare: Elul 7

Daily Elul kavanot: Short intentions guiding reflection, teshuvah, and spiritual renewal in preparation for the High Holidays.

Spiritual Balance and Teshuvah
Rabbina Judy Nowominski

Spiritual Balance and Teshuvah

Fasting, praying, and ancient rituals invite and inspire us to begin Ḥeshbon Hanefesh and perform sincere Teshuvah.

Rabbi Carl Astor

Fasting While Ill

It is considered forbidden to fast on fast days if injurious to one’s health, for the sake of performing positive commandments.