Hope you are all having a fantastic week!!!

@mastljn

Жыл бұрын

You are not even allowed to sip water on Yom Kippur? From what you have said before, a person could drink water if there is a medical reason, being very young, or old?

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

@@mastljn if you have a medical necessity that is different. Life always comes first and no one’s health would be put in jeopardy for the fast.

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Oh and children don’t fast. Only after the age of bar or bat mitzvah (12 or 13) does one start fasting.

@lisastess3447

Жыл бұрын

I am having a fantastic week and hope you and your family are too!! A few days ago I had my yearly mammogram and when I saw my primary doctor yesterday, he told me that there was no cancer! That was the best news to hear, because last year they saw something in my right breast and had to get that side done over again. Thank goodness it was only dense breast tissue. I love your purple scarf and it looks beautiful on you. Purple is my favorite color and it the same color as my birthstone. I love celebrating the High Holy Days and they can get overwhelming, but it is worth it. Shana Tova and all my love to you and your family! 💜💜💜💜

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

@@lisastess3447 That is amazing news!

That purple scarf looks beautiful on you.

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much 😊

@roseyc.5846

Жыл бұрын

I agree..love the purple scarf! 🤗

@FennecTheRabbit

Жыл бұрын

Oh agreed. The purple is beautiful.

@hannahfarley

Жыл бұрын

I 3rd this!!! It really brings out your eyes. Beautiful ❤️

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Y’all are all so sweet 😊 Thank you ❤️

How fitting! I include all the major holidays of holidays inmy calendar- I work In a nursing home. Today i was asked what Rosh Hashanah was, and got to explain. I miss working In a Orthodox Jewish community, especially for the Sukkah. I loved helping to decorate it!

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Love that!

Yes, the HHD can get overwhelming! I always end up crying on Yom Kippur too. This is our first year having services in person since 2019, so we'll see how that goes.

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

How wonderful to be back in person! I’m sure it will be emotional.

I love these very educational videos!! Love you, Can’t wait till your next upload!

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

Thank you for sharing these High Holidays . It is wonderful video.

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Hi Channa, short and to the point! Usually we know that suka time is also first rain time, and we are expecting highly this one. Shana tova! All my love❤️

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

After our dry summer I’ll be looking forward to more rain here too :)

Thank you for sharing! I love learning and you make it so fun!

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

The explanations are always so interesting!

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! So glad to hear :)

@HappyGirl4666

Жыл бұрын

@@jaroffireflies 💕

Very interesting. As always. Yom tov!

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Elina!

You are always so informative. Thank you for sharing. Enjoy 😉 ❤️

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Barbara!

I love your educational videos! Have a wonderful weekend.

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Cheryl! Enjoy your weekend as well!

Thank you for sharing this with us and I look forward to your upcoming videos when you’re able to post them!

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! Thank you!

I also cry on Yom Kipper. As the ark closes at the end of Neelah, its almost like being severed from the presence of Hashem. You can feel his spirit around the shul as the day progresses. I feel this day recharges me, we are so close to our father on this day. These days, The Season of Awe is my favorite holiday season.

My favorite person to drink my morning coffee! ☕️

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Aw thank you Michelle!

🙂Very informative as always have a great rest of your week & weekend!

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! You too!

Have a great day!

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Andrea! You too!

May your High Holidays this year bring you joy, peace & closer to G-d 🙏

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Clare 💜

So interesting to hear all of these. Thanks for sharing, blessings for an amazing weekend

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Thanks you too!

Good morning Chana and kiddos ❤️ 💛 I love hearing about the Jewish Holidays

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Good morning Kristin!!!

Very interesting, thank you for sharing❤

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome! Thank you for watching :)

Hi Chana! Looking forward to your Holidays posting, I remember watching the videos last year, well done! As always a pleasure to watch and learn...

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Janith!

I really enjoy and learned so much from your videos when you explain about your religion. I always think it is good to learn about others religions and cultures and that we can respect each other more.

So interesting. Blessings.

So interesting. Love your videos. I always learn something while im charmed. Its so hard to find kindness on line. Then there you are, sharing your faith your light your unending possitivity and your kindness. Thank you. You start my day with a prayer and a smile.

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your kind words 💜

Hi, Chana! You make your videos look so easy and polished one would never suspect all the flub ups that get cut out! LOL. Thanks for the run down on the High Holidays coming up! Rosh Hashanah actually falls on my birthday this year! Have something sweet for me during your celebrations! Sending love and hugs all around 💖

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

That is so kind of you thank you 😊

I love the purple scarf! So pretty💜

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Your bloopers are Adorable! 😂

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! So glad you enjoyed!

Thank you very much!

Thanks for sharing, Chana! This is so fascinating. I have heard of the high holidays vaguely before but it was neat to learn more about them. I have Jewish family members, so I appreciate learning more about this beautiful ancient faith. I am so fascinated by Judaism. Also, I just love your videos as well! :)

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

So happy you enjoyed! I appreciate your kind words :)

Thank you for educating us on the holidays you observe. I find it fascinating to learn about other people's customs and beliefs. I look forward to watching the other videos.

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Sharon!

Sukkot starts on my birthday this year. I am praying for you and yours that you have the holiday season you are seeking. Sending prayers and love from the Pacific Northwest. Also, I concur with everyone who has already said that the purple scarf looks fabulous on you :)

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Taylor 💐

Good morning, Chana: I grew up not knowing anything, really, about the high holidays (or Judaism) until I entered high school. It was then that, through other students I met, that I felt a strong connection to Judaism. Your high holidays are so beautiful and reverent, especially Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur and Pesach. I'm going back to watch the other videos. I absolutely love the education, as I may know a bit more than the average non-Jewish person, but, I'm always eager to keep on learning. TFS! Shabbat Shalom, and, many blessings to you and your family. Rosemarie 💖 🙏🏻 ✡️

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Rosemarie! Enjoy the holiday videos 💜 and have a wonderful weekend!

I hope all the high holidays will be very meaningful and fulfilling and draw you closer to G-d this year!! Many blessings to you and your precious family!! 🥰🙏❤️

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so very much Karen ❤️

Love the purple!!!!

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

😊💜

Hi hannah. I fell a month ago andbrome both my shoulders. My left one is shattered and ill take months to heal. Binging your channel between physical therapy appts. ❤️❤️ thankful for you.

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

I’m so sorry to hear that Beth! Wishing you a full recovery with no complications ❤️

Hope you had a wonderful week...Really looking forward to all the chaggim... my in laws are coming to vist us here in Israel for Sukkot and for the week after,it will be their first time in Israel..So really looking forward to them..I agree with how you feel on Yom Kippur...it's such spiritual day filled with tephillot.... Shabbat Shalom lots of love

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

That is so exciting! I’m sure they will have a wonderful trip and visit. So special!

I hope I don’t sound mean or offending but I feel like my religion and yours truly has some very similar holidays. Of course some are totally different. But it’s similar enough that I feel like I sort of get what you may feel on your high holidays. So happy to know more about your culture and religion. I love it. ❤️❤️

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

So glad you are enjoying 💜

enjoyed, shalom

@jaroffireflies

20 күн бұрын

Glad you enjoyed! Thanks for watching!

Hi Chana! I just wanted to follow up and let you know I'm attending the Rosh Hashana community Meal Sunday evening, and Rosh Hashana morning services! This is at the Chabad House nearest to me. I'm so excited!! Thank you as always for your wonderful videos!!! Btw, I have to agree with the other comment on here; your color is definitely purple!!

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

That’s so exciting!!! Enjoy it! And Shana Tova!

Have a wonderful week! The High Holidays are such a joyous time! My mother’s sister is a Rabbi (I know this is not a part of your lineage). It’s so reverent and cleansing).

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Hope you enjoy the holidays too

You are supposed to cry during prayers on Yom Kippur. Sadly most people don’t. But it’s good that you do. You are feeling it and understand the true meaning

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Prayer without emotion is like a body without a soul 💜

I am looking forward to going to Israel during Rosh Hashanah this year. So excited!

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Amazing!

My birthday is mid-September and even as a young Catholic girl, I was familiar with Rosh Hashanah since it regularly starts on my birthday. 😊

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

So fun! Happy birthday!

Your bloopers remind me of how I am- trying to get out my thoughts/words and it just doesn’t happen! Lol The purple scarf looks lovely on you. Have a blessed Shabbat.

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Right?!? This is why I am hesitant to do a live video lol

@shawndavis824

Жыл бұрын

@@jaroffireflies you would be great. But , I totally understand. I think I still have pregnancy brain fog and my children are 34 and 32. Lol

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

@@shawndavis824 you’re very kind 💜

@karenjohnson5634

Жыл бұрын

@@shawndavis824 oh no! Pregnancy brain doesn’t go away!!??? 🤪😂😂😂😂😂 I’ve had mom/pregnancy brain for over 17 years and I was hoping it would get better!! 😂😂😂😂😂😂 My oldest is 17

@shawndavis824

Жыл бұрын

@@karenjohnson5634 I’m sure it does, but I am going to use it for my excuse for as long as possible. 😂

Good Morning, Jar of Fire Flies, Thank you for example The High Holidays to us. Glad to hear that you get emotional in pray. That you are Thankful to God for allowing him to be apart of your life as well as your family.too. I enjoy the way you example how the children enjoy themselves, too and get present and candy and spend time with family and friends. Shalom and Peace be until you and your family. You're Welcome. Enjoy the rest of your weekend.🇮🇱🙏🔯🕎🛐🛐👊🕊️🙋🏾‍♀️👼🏾😇😇👐👏😘💐💃🏾🎉🎊💗💕💓.

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Thanks so much for this video. It is always interesting to learn about these religious days. I really love these videos and they are so informative. Can I ask are any of them based on seasons? If so, how does that work for people in the southern hemisphere?

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Anything seasonal would be based on Israel

I always go into a depression during this time of the year, Chaunukka, and Pesach. It is too lonely without family and never feels like a holiday to me.

I feel like there are some exciting things about to happen on these days!

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

They are super fun :)

Great video! I have a question about shabbat. Is it in every country always according to the local position or do some countries have something different? For example the very north of Norway (where the sun doesnt rise at all for some months and then for some other months it doesnt set at all)

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

The times for Shabbat vary depending on location since it has to do with the sun :)

@TheZyarok

Жыл бұрын

There are some fascinating discussions online about these issues. (For example, when the sun doesn't set, some bring shabbat in at the same time as Jerusalem. When it does set, but very late, they usher in shabbat early.)

Toda raba

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Bevakesha

@Practicalinvestments

6 ай бұрын

@@jaroffireflies The real question is how do you feel about reform?

Oh my word! So much to remember. It sounds like so much fun. Are there allowances for people who are not so well? Do they have to observe the complete fasting rules? I'm always hearing my diabetic Mom telling me, "I have to eat something!" or her telling me that her Dr told her that she needs to make sure she drinks more water (she only has one kidney).

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Yes there are medical exceptions for fasting :)

Shana Tova um’tuka to you and your family! 🍎🍯🍷

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Thank you 💜

I just discovered I have gestational diabetes and my family also needs to be gluten free. Any tips on diabetic friendly sweet treats?

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

You could check out my gluten free playlist for some of what we like to eat as a gluten free family, but I’d definitely recommend discussing with a nutritionist or your doctor for your gestational diabetes. I don’t know anything about gestational diabetes

I understand the reasons for fasting. Since your eldest son is type one diabetic and if you are breast feeding, keeping you hydrated, how do you keep your fasting safe and not cause any medical emergencies??

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

My son is too young to fast. When the time comes I doubt he will be permitted to fast. For me, I go into the fast well hydrated and don’t have any issues

Hi there Chana! I was wondering how many times you had to rerecord the intro where you say the number of babies you have. I am watched your videos so much I recite the intro with you and I keep saying "homeschooling mother of 3" then I correct myself. 🤣🤣

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

😂😂😂 I’m getting it now :) took a bit of practice though

So informative. Is there a special process to introduce children to the high holidays? Also, this is baby Firefly’s first celebration - is there provision in the ceremony for that? Thanks!

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Our children are introduced to the holidays just through life :) no ceremony or anything like that

Shanah Tova!

Does the month of Elul always occur at the same time regarding the secular calendar ? Or does it change through the years as the Ramdan dates in the secular calendar for example ? Thanks for all this informative content!

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

We use a lunar calendar for the Jewish months :) so yes, it changes on the secular calendar each year

@amaliasiaud570

Жыл бұрын

@@jaroffireflies thank you for your answer :)

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

@@amaliasiaud570 you are so welcome!

As a nursing mother, are you allowed to have water during Yom Kippur? I believe I've heard that you have diabetes - are there accommodations made for people with medical needs during the holidays? Thank you for being upbeat and informative. I enjoy your content.

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Hi Deb, I won’t need water during the fast. I go into it well hydrated and have not had issues. I don’t have diabetes, but medical exceptions are made for a variety of reasons

When you say no liquid on your fast, you can’t even drink water? Do a lot of people end up in the hospital after Yom kippur?

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

We are pretty experienced fastest :) Someone would break there fast I’m sure before they would get to the point of being hospitalized. And yes, no water.

The Jewish schools also take off for the holidays. A little more than two weeks

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Schools here take the holidays off as well, but we take off the whole month, not just the holiday days

@lindaversil1121

Жыл бұрын

@@jaroffireflies great

I've noticed that a lot of christian blow the shofur. Does it have meaning for them as well?

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

I don’t know anything about the shofar outside of Judaism.

Hi, could you share the name of the month in JewIsh when it changes etc. It would be nice to know in relation to the western calendar. Thanks for sharing

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

You can check out a site called HebCal to see how the months line up as they change each year

Do you have to faste if you are breastfeeding ? On Jom Kipoer?

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Yes we do still fast on Yom Kippur

Thank you for sharing! I did have a question. My question is if your husband will get to fully participate this year? I don't remember exactly when(and I may be off, apologies if I am), but didn't he have family pass away and he's had to observe a year of certain customs and expectations?

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Yes, his mourning period is over so he will be able to fully participate this year in all holiday plans.

Baklava would be a wonderful dessert for the Jewish New Year, but l heard nuts shouldn't be eaten for the New Year?

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

I haven’t heard anything about nuts. Could totally be a tradition though:)

@alphadog3384

Жыл бұрын

@@jaroffireflies you could be right, Sephardic tradition maybe.

Hi. When I was on high school I had a long walk and I used to end up walking part way with an Orthodox girl. She explained the various holidays but pronounced Rosh Hashanah a little bit differently then you, is your or her pronunciation maybe a regional thing? I grew up in Greater NYC area.

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

There are some regional pronunciation differences with local accents but also ashkenazi and Sephardi pronunciation differences as well

❤👍😀

Did you say the 1 holiday was for 2 weeks and there was a second holiday contained within the same dates?

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Sukkot is a week long holiday with simchat torah at the end

La Shana Tova 😊

Do pregnant or nursing women also fast on Yom Kippur?

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Yes unless there is a medical reason not to

If you are breastfeeding baby firefly, can you still eat on the fasting days? I know how hungry I get BF our little one and I can't imagine going without food for over a day.

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

I will be doing the complete fast. I’ve done it before and it’s been no problem:)

@BelleBella16

Жыл бұрын

@@jaroffireflies I applaud you for that! As someone who isn't Jewish I cannot imagine how spiritual the high holidays are and a small sacrifice like that must be worth it! I hope they are as wonderful as they sound for you and you and yours are blessed!

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

@@BelleBella16 thank you so much ❤️

Hi Chana baby firefly is learning already? What is is favorite subject? Lol Is it ok to wish you a lovely High Holidays. I’m sorry if I disrespected you. I have a little dradle I hang on the Christmas Tree. My oldest son made it many years in Boy Scouts. I know both are different religions, ( christmas and your holiday ) lol I love your bloopers. Everyone makes mistakes, but some people just don’t admit to it. I’m pretty darn perfect lol.

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Totally fine to wish me a lovely high holidays thank you!

Beautiful scarf. Let me ask you I know you told to ask my doctor but she's not telling me what I need to know. If you could what things can your son eat with out sugar and low sodium. I'm asking you cause you are so smart in things that are helpful, I was in the hospital for a mini stroke but I'm better now I have to many bad things but I want to keep my prediabetes in control, so can u help me. Thank you so much does mini brownies looked so good. Again thanks

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

I appreciate your kind words. My son has type 1 diabetes so he can eat sugar.

Another excellent video! Have a joyous Rosh Hashanah and a gratifying Yom kippur. You promote Judaism as well as anyone. Believe m, it's not easy to convert.

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much

Do people who work ask for days off? I worked at a Jewish preschool and they gave us those days off

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Yes, we ask for those days off. Some years when the holidays fall on a lot of week days, we end up needing unpaid time off.

I know you have said that Fasting is not your favorite thing. If your Breast feeding, do you have to fast?

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

Yes. We fast unless there is a medical reason not to.

i am muslim but i like your video

HELLO CHANA I AM SO EXCIDED I GET TO GO TO A ROSH HASHANAH SERVICE HERE IN MY TOWN I FINALLY CALLED THE NEW RABBI QAND HE WELCOME ME AND MY HUSBAND AT THE SERVICE THEY WILL PLAY THE SHOFAR 🥰🦋🦋🦋🌻🌻🌻🐝

@jaroffireflies

Жыл бұрын

How wonderful!

Sorry for my confusion. It’s me reading Josephus probably not understanding what I’m reading

not drinking for 26 hours is very bad for your brain and liver/kidneys, why do you not at least drink?

I’m sorry I’m not Jewish so I’ll use Jewish terms. I thought there was a high holiday in Passover

@jaroffireflies

3 ай бұрын

Passover is one of our most important holidays. The high holidays are Yom Kippur and Rosh Hashanah.

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