Elul – A Prelude to Rosh Hashana
Question
What is the name of the month before Rosh Hashana in the Hebrew calendar and does this name have any special connection to Rosh Hashana? Thank you and Shana Tova!
Blowing the Shofar Early
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Why do we blow the Shofar in the mornings during Elul? It's not Rosh Hashana yet.
Top Ten Reasons for the Shofar on Rosh Hashana
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Why do we blow the shofar during the High Holidays?
Shofar on Shabbos
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Why is the shofer not blown on Rosh Hashanah when it falls on Shabbos. I've heard that the Shofar is considered Muksah, and I've heard to prevent one from carrying on Shabbos. I think there are more deeper reasons.