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kippur

Phoneticskip·pur

/ˈkɪpɝ/

Definition

n. a day of fasting and prayer in Judaism. It is the most important day of the year for Jews to ask for forgiveness for their mistakes.

n. the Day of Atonement in Judaism, observed on the tenth day of the Hebrew month of Tishrei. It involves a 25-hour period of fasting, prayer, and introspection.

Examples

“Jews observe Yom Kippur by fasting and attending synagogue services.”

“The week leading up to Yom Kippur is dedicated to making amends with others and reflecting on one's actions.”

“While the rituals of Yom Kippur are deeply rooted in ancient tradition, the holiday remains a central pillar of modern Jewish identity and communal cohesion.”

Examples

simple

“Jews observe Yom Kippur by fasting and attending synagogue services.”

contextual

“The week leading up to Yom Kippur is dedicated to making amends with others and reflecting on one's actions.”

complex

“While the rituals of Yom Kippur are deeply rooted in ancient tradition, the holiday remains a central pillar of modern Jewish identity and communal cohesion.”

Real-World Examples

“The attack happened on Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish calendar, which falls in September this year.”
BBC News · 31 Aug 2026
“The attack happened on Yom Kippur, which falls in September this year.”
BBC News · 31 Aug 2026

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