The Jewish New Year, known as Rosh Hashanah, marks the beginning of the Jewish calendar year. It usually falls in September or October and lasts for two days. This holiday is a time for reflection, prayer, and the sounding of the shofar, a ram's horn, which symbolizes a call to repentance. During Rosh Hashanah, families gather for festive meals that often include symbolic foods, such as apples dipped in honey, representing a sweet new year. It is also a time for personal introspection and setting intentions for the year ahead, as well as seeking forgiveness from others.