The festival that marks the beginning of the new year in the Jewish tradition is called Rosh Hashanah. This significant holiday is a time for reflection, repentance, and renewal. Families come together to celebrate with festive meals, including symbolic foods such as apples and honey, representing wishes for a sweet year ahead. Rosh Hashanah calls for introspection and prayer, marking the start of the Days of Awe leading up to Yom Kippur, a critical period in the Jewish calendar.