Yom Kippur

Atonement on Yom Kippur emanates from the brit (covenant) of love which God made with our forefathers. Fasting on Yom Kippur releases the soul from its material bondage and desires, revealing its true, good aspirations.

Where is the bracha of Magen Avos first mentioned? What is the bracha Mei’ein Sheva? On what occasions do we omit reciting the bracha Mei’ein Sheva?

Taken together, Tefila, Teshuva & Tzedaka are the instruments which allow us to operate on our damaged souls & repair them, the tools with which we can rebuild – our holy relationship with Hashem.