The Three Shofar Sounds: Tekiah, Shevarim, and Teruah
The shofar, a powerful and ancient Jewish instrument made from a ram’s horn, is one of the most iconic symbols of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. Its sound is not just a ritual — it’s a spiritual awakening.
There are three primary shofar blasts, each with its own meaning and emotion. Together, they create a powerful experience that calls us to reflect, return, and renew.
1. Tekiah – The Call of Clarity
The Tekiah is a long, unbroken blast. It is steady and clear, symbolizing a call to attention — a spiritual wake-up call.
It reminds us of the shofar heard at Mount Sinai and urges us to pause, listen, and reconnect with what truly matters.
🔊 One clear, sustained note.
2. Shevarim – The Sound of Brokenness
The Shevarim consists of three short, wailing blasts. It represents the brokenness of the human heart — a cry of the soul.
This sound moves us to humility, repentance, and awareness of our imperfections. It teaches that even in brokenness, there is beauty and meaning.
🔊 Three medium-length blasts, like sighs or sobs.
3. Teruah – The Alarm of Urgency
The Teruah is made up of nine quick, staccato blasts, like an alarm. It stirs our spirit and pushes us toward change.
It’s a call to action — to look inward, make amends, and prepare ourselves for transformation and renewal.
🔊 Nine rapid-fire blasts, like a spiritual wake-up siren.
More Than Just a Sound
Together, Tekiah, Shevarim, and Teruah form a spiritual journey. The blasts move us from clarity, through brokenness, to a place of awakening and hope.
Whether heard in the synagogue or blown at home, the shofar’s voice reaches beyond sound — it speaks directly to the soul.
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