September 30th, 1778

International Translation Day is celebrated to recognize the role of professional translation in connecting nations and fostering understanding, cooperation, and peace. This day highlights the important work of translators and interpreters in breaking down language barriers and facilitating dialogue and understanding in a variety of fields including literature, science, and politics. Events on this day often include seminars, workshops, and networking events for translation and interpreting professionals. The day is also an opportunity to celebrate linguistic diversity and to promote the training and development of translators and interpreters. It's a celebration of the art and skill of translation and its vital contribution to promoting a more inclusive and connected world.

Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, is the most solemn and sacred day in the Jewish calendar. It is a day dedicated to introspection, prayer, and repentance. On this day, Jews around the world abstain from physical comforts, engage in prayer and fasting, and seek forgiveness from God and fellow human beings. It's a time for individual and communal reflection on past actions and making amends for wrongdoings. Yom Kippur is characterized by its unique liturgy, including the Kol Nidre service on the eve of Yom Kippur and the Ne'ilah service as the day concludes. The day emphasizes spiritual reconciliation and moral renewal, offering a chance for individuals and communities to start anew with a clean slate.