Why Yom Kippur 5787 Is More Than a Fast: Timings, Forgiveness and a Powerful Spiritual Reset

Yom Kippur 5787, Judaism’s holiest day, brings a powerful focus on fasting, forgiveness and spiritual renewal. Across Israel, fast times vary by city, from Jerusalem’s 5:59 p.m. start to Tel Aviv’s 6:18 p.m. Beyond fasting, the day encourages deep self-reflection, seeking forgiveness, making amends and beginning again with a sense of peace, growth and spiritual joy.