The sounding of the ram’s horn is a ritual with specific times designated for its performance within the Jewish tradition. These occasions are primarily associated with the High Holy Days, particularly Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, and Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement. The schedule for this practice differs between these observances.
The designated times for its sounding hold profound religious and historical significance. During Rosh Hashanah, it serves as a call to repentance and a reminder of God’s sovereignty. On Yom Kippur, the final blast traditionally marks the conclusion of the fast and the end of the Day of Atonement service, signifying the acceptance of prayers and the completion of the process of atonement. In ancient times, it also had other applications, such as heralding the Jubilee year.
