Uman, Uman, Rosh Hashanah!

Learn the significance of the annual pilgrimage, the concept of the tzaddik and the meaning of Rosh HaShanah, and pick up practical tips for registering and preparing for the trip. This expanded second edition includes vivid stories and oral traditions about the Rebbe’s Rosh Hashanah, selected holiday teachings, and pertinent prayers.

“Whether you eat or don’t eat, whether you sleep or don’t sleep, whether you pray or don’t pray, just make sure to be with me for Rosh HaShanah, no matter what!” Rebbe Nachman exhorted his followers. Today, more than 20,000 people stream to the Ukrainian city of Uman each Rosh HaShanah to fulfill the Rebbe’s request. Learn the significance of the annual pilgrimage, the concept of the tzaddik and the meaning of Rosh HaShanah, and pick up practical tips for registering and preparing for the trip. This expanded second edition includes vivid stories and oral traditions about the Rebbe’s Rosh Hashanah, selected holiday teachings, and pertinent prayers.