Why I Wore My Mask During Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur Services
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After two and a half years, I would love to say that Covid-19 is firmly in the rearview mirror. But it is not. Approximately 400 Americans still die every day from the virus.
The Jewish High Holidays (Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur) were two weeks ago and last week, respectively. They are three of the most important days on the calendar. Traditionally, Jews take off from work and school, ask for forgiveness, and hope/pray for another year of life.
Though the synagogue that I go to did not have a mandatory mask mandate, I still chose to wear one. So far, I have not gotten sick (Thank G-d). Whether through sheer luck or dogged determination to follow the recommendations from the CDC, I have remained Covid free.
That being said, I am also aware that it is still possible to catch it. This is why I wore the mask during the High Holidays and will continue to do so until such time when it is no longer necessary.
