Being born and raised a Catholic, I would sometimes wonder about the customs and traditions Jesus would have observed with His family and friends. Jesus was a Jew and for this reason, if for no other I have always wondered about the age old customs, the special foods and the prayers said before partaking of these meaningful dishes.
When I think of celebratory meals it gives me another way to look at food, another way a family reverently gathers and passes down what is meaningful and important to them. Over the last few days, I have explored many places on the internet in order to see photographs, read up on the proper way to celebrate and to get an intimate glimpse into a world I could easily step into. I embrace the sacredness of religious tradition. I embrace family, goodness and meaningful prayer. This Friday, September 18, 2009, sundown marks the beginning of Rosh Hashanah.
This is what this Jewish Holiday is all about. A celebration shared with family to bring in their new year. I invite you to click on the link to read and see for yourself the beautiful way these people bring in their new year and the involved yet very interesting way everyone comes together. To all of our Jewish readers and cooks, “Happy New Year!”
Tags: Bringing people together with food, Celebratory Meals, Rosh Hashanah, Traditional Meals