Celebrations marked the start of a new year, with gatherings at synagogues to hear a traditional horn. A ceremony at one synagogue drew over 20 people. This occasion signaled the beginning of the year 5787. The year commenced at sundown on a specific day, but festivities were postponed due to a weekly holiday.
Further details about the celebrations are available.
A synagogue secretary explained the reason for delaying the festivities, related to the use of a certain instrument on a particular day.
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