Yeshuot Yaakov Jerusalem
Yeshuot Yaakov Jerusalem
invites the entire community
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A Life-Changing Yom Kippur

Experience

Experience • Meaning • Transformation

What if this Yom Kippur became a life-changing journey—one that fills your heart with meaning, awakens your soul, and reconnects you with your true purpose?

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You are invited to a deeply moving Yom Kippur experience—a sacred opportunity to reconnect with Hashem and awaken the divine presence within you.

Discover why Yom Kippur is called the happiest day of the year—and experience it like never before.

What makes this Yom Kippur unique?

A meaningful experience that connects the soul, the words, and the music.

Meaning

Understand the flow of Yom Kippur and the depth behind every prayer.

Words

Discover the meaning of the prayers and power of every word.

Soul Connection

Feel the prayers on a deeper level and connect your neshama.

Melodies

Learn the tunes and their meaning to elevate the entire experience.

Inspiration

Short insights and teachings throughout the day to inspire and uplift.

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Rabbi David Toledano
The prayers will be led by

Rabbi David Toledano

More than a Chazzan, Rabbi David Toledano is a guide for the soul. Through heartfelt prayer, profound insight, and a unique ability to touch the human heart, he transforms Yom Kippur into a deeply meaningful and life-changing spiritual experience.

The ProgramEvery prayer will be taught before it is prayed. Every melody will be learned before it is sung. Every moment becomes a profound journey of meaning, connection, and spiritual transformation.

Inspirational Leader

Deep Understanding of Tefillah

Decades of Experience Touching Thousands

Emotion, Passion and Connection

Space is limited!

Reserve your seat today!

Please note that event tickets and hotel rooms are not a package deal, and must be purchased separately. But if you act now, you can reserve a room at the Hilton Glendale at our special Toledano Academy rate.

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Hilton Glendale hotel exterior at dusk
The prayers will take place at

Hilton Glendale

Luxury hotel & beautiful setting

Special room rates for participants

Convenient parking & easy access

You must purchase your and hotel room separately.

Yom Kippur Schedule

Sunday • September 20, 2026 • Erev Yom Kippur

  • 3:30 PMRegistration & Welcome Reception
  • 5:00 PMOpening Session: Preparing the Heart for Yom Kippur
  • 5:30 PMLearn the Meaning of Kol Nidrei & Evening Prayers
  • 5:50 PMPractice the Melodies Together
  • 6:20 PMCandle Lighting
  • 6:34 PMYom Kippur Begins
  • 6:45 PMKol Nidrei Service
  • 7:30 PMArvit with Explanations Throughout
  • 10:00 PMInspirational Reflection & Closing for the Evening

Monday • September 21, 2026 • Yom Kippur

  • 8:00 AMMorning Inspiration & Preparation
  • 8:15 AMLearn the Meaning of Shacharit
  • 8:30 AMShacharit Service
  • 10:45 AMTorah Reading & Haftarah with Explanation
  • 11:30 AMYizkor Memorial Service
  • 12:00 PMMussaf: “Seder Haavoda” Service Explained
  • 3:00 PMEducational Session: The Inner Meaning of Yom Kippur
  • 4:00 PMMincha Service
  • 5:15 PMThe Book of Jonah Explained
  • 6:00 PMPreparing for Ne'ilah: The Gates Are Closing
  • 6:20 PMLearn the Meaning & Melodies of Ne'ilah
  • 6:35 PMNe'ilah Service
  • 7:55 PMFinal Shema • Shofar • Havdalah
  • 8:03 PMFast Concludes
  • 8:15 PMCommunity Break-the-Fast Celebration

A Meaningful Yom Kippur for Your Children, Too

Children learning together in the children's program

While you immerse yourself in prayer and spiritual renewal, your children will enjoy a professionally supervised program designed especially for them. Our experienced and caring team provides a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment filled with age-appropriate activities, meaningful Jewish learning, inspiring stories, songs, games, and creative experiences that help children connect with the spirit of Yom Kippur in a joyful and memorable way. With the confidence that your children are safe, happy, and well cared for, you are free to pray with peace of mind and fully embrace the transformative experience.

Break-the-Fast Celebration

Light refreshments served at the post-fast reception

A light reception will be served at the conclusion of the fast, giving the community a moment to come together, share in the joy of a meaningful Yom Kippur, and gently break the fast surrounded by friends and family before heading home.

All proceeds are dedicated to

Yeshuot Yaakov Jerusalem

The holy yeshiva established by Maran HaMekubal R' Yehoshua Sharabani zt"l, the foremost disciple of Maran HaBen Ish Chai zt"l.

View of Jerusalem, home of Yeshivat Yeshuot Yaakov
Registration
$260
per person
Children under 13 free
Limited seating

Includes the full program and all events.

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Sponsorship Opportunities

Partner with us in this tremendous zechut of supporting Torah in Eretz Yisrael. Opportunities include sponsoring:

If you intend to join us in person, please make sure you also and book your hotel room separately.

Laws & Customs of Yom Kippur

The Five Prohibitions

  • No eating or drinking
  • No bathing or washing
  • No applying lotions or creams
  • No wearing leather shoes
  • No marital relations

Preparations

  • Eat a hearty final meal (seudah hamafseket) before the fast begins
  • Give tzedakah (charity) before Yom Kippur
  • Ask forgiveness from others for any wrongdoing
  • Immerse in a mikvah, as is customary for many
  • Light candles before sunset

Customs & Attire

  • Wear white as a symbol of purity
  • Many wear a kittel, a white robe
  • Avoid wearing gold or leather
  • Kol Nidrei is recited at the start of the evening service

Services

  • Kol Nidrei — the evening service
  • Shacharit — the morning service
  • Musaf, including the Avodah service
  • Mincha, including the Book of Jonah
  • Ne'ilah — the concluding service, as the gates close