Yom Kippur, observed worldwide, is the holiest day of the Jewish calendar and occurs every year on the tenth day of Tishrei. Known as the Day of Atonement, its central themes revolve around atonement and repentance, marking a final opportunity to seek forgiveness for wrongs committed against others and God. Traditional observances include strict fasting and intensive prayer, with prohibitions against eating, drinking, bathing, and engaging in physical pleasures. Many Jewish people spend the day in synagogue, reflecting on their actions. In Israel, Yom Kippur is a legal holiday, resulting in the closure of businesses, public transport, and airports, although there is no legal prohibition against driving or eating in public; such actions are generally considered impolite.