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Asking the Clergy about resolutions

Is there a scriptural basis for New Year's resolutions and turning over a new leaf?

Rabbi Glenn Jacob, Temple Am Echad, Lynbrook:

In our Jewish tradition, yes, there is a basis for turning over a new leaf at the Jewish New Year - Rosh Hashanah. But, no, not for the secular New Year. There's always a reason to turn from destructive ways to a more positive path. It is not ritual but is...

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