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What Day Is Yom Kippur 2026?
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Yom Kippur is on Monday, September 21, 2026.
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Date details for Yom Kippur 2026
- Day of week: Monday
- Date: Monday, September 21, 2026
- Days remaining: 188
- Weeks remaining: 26
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About Yom Kippur
Yom Kippur 2026 begins at sundown on Sunday, September 20th, and ends at nightfall on Monday, September 21st. It is the holiest day in Judaism, known as the Day of Atonement.
History & Significance
Yom Kippur is the culmination of the ten Days of Awe that begin with Rosh Hashanah. Jews observe the day with a 25-hour fast, intensive prayer, and confession of sins. It is believed that on this day, God seals the fate of each person for the coming year.
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