    [Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States: George W. Bush (2005, Book II)]
    [September 30, 2005]
    [Pages 1500-1501]
    [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office www.gpo.gov]

    Message on the Observance of Rosh Hashanah, 5766
    September 30, 2005

        I send greetings to all those observing Rosh Hashanah.
        On this holy occasion, Jews around the world are called by the sound
    of the Shofar to gather in celebration of the beginning of the New Year
    and the creation of all life. For the Jewish people, this marks the
    beginning of the Days of Awe, a special time to reflect on the past year
    and welcome the year to come.
        It is also a time to reflect on the history of the Jewish people,
    from the days of Abraham to the present, and remember God's faithfulness
    to them. This year, we mark the completion of an especially joyous
    occasion, the 350th year of Jewish life in America. Throughout America's
    history, Jewish Americans have strengthened and enriched the character
    of our Nation.

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        Laura and I send our best wishes for a
    blessed Rosh Hashanah. L'shanah tovah.

                                                              George W. Bush

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