Yom Kippur Traditions<br />and Customs: Explained Yom Kippur, which translates to<br />The Day of Atonement, is considered<br />the holiest day of the year. On Yom Kippur, those of the Jewish faith<br />divorce themselves as much as possible<br />from the “mundane world.” They are also encouraged to make<br />amends and apologize for sins they've<br />committed in the past year. Aside from fasting for 25 hours,<br />Yom Kippur is observed by following<br />a number of traditions and customs. 1. Wearing White 2. Abstaining From Leather 3. Performing<br />Charitable Acts 4. Abstaining From<br />Bathing or Washing 5. Performing the<br />Kaparot Ceremony 6. Abstaining from<br />Ointment, Lotions or Creams 7. Smelling Spices 8. Abstaining<br />From Intercourse
