The History of Yom Kippur By Kathryn Rateliff Barr The history of Yom Kippur, also known as the Day of Atonement, dates back to the earliest days of the Israelites. Revered as one of the holiest days of the Jewish calendar, Jewish believers celebrate the day with fasting and reflection on the past year. They repent for the past year’s sins and make atonement before moving forward into the next year with a fresh slate.
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