Yom Kippur is probably the most reverential and solemn festival in the Jewish calendar and is a time when Jews are given the chance to change God's judgement of one's deeds.Litereally speaking, Yom Kippur is the Day of Attonement, so it's at this time when Jews can atone for their sins.This will set the fate of the following year, and is a day of reflection and contemplation.
This holy day includes a 25 hour period of fasting and very intensive prayer. For the most part, the day will be spend in Synagogue services. Part of the service is formed by a public confession of sins. Another important prayer is the one dedicated to the Holy Temple of Jerusalem, where a special service is held every year.
Yom Kippur is also the time when the famous 'Kol Nidre' is recited. The prayer is a way to renew the vows between the individual and God. It's also forbidden to work, eat or drink during Yom Kippur (as part of the fasting ritual).It's traditional also to wear white, which symbolises purity and forgiveness towards God.
Much of the festival is conducted in Synagogue, and as such this forms the heart of the festival.When night comes, Yom Kippur concludes with one last sound on the shofar. Because this day is such a holy day, even more secular Jews are expected to attend Synagogue, though not all will fast during this time.
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