Leil Selichot 1137 / סליחות 4897
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Hebcal does not take into account a correction of ten days that was introduced by Pope Gregory XIII known as the Gregorian Reformation. [1]
Prayers for forgiveness in preparation for the High Holidays 🕍
Leil Selichot for Hebrew Year 4897 occurred on .
Selichot or slichot (Hebrew: סליחות) are Jewish penitential poems and prayers, especially those said in the period leading up to the High Holidays, and on Fast Days. In the Ashkenazic tradition, it begins on the Saturday night before Rosh Hashanah. If, however, the first day of Rosh Hashanah falls on Monday or Tuesday, Selichot are said beginning the Saturday night prior to ensure that Selichot are recited at least four times.
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Dates for Leil Selichot
| Holiday | Starts | Ends | Hebrew Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leil Selichot 1134 | 25 Elul 4894 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1135 | 20 Elul 4895 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1136 | 23 Elul 4896 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1137 | 23 Elul 4897 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1138 | 25 Elul 4898 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1139 | 21 Elul 4899 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1140 | 23 Elul 4900 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1141 | 25 Elul 4901 |
References
- The Jewish Holidays: A Guide & Commentary (paid link)
- Rabbi Michael Strassfeld
- “Selichot of the High Holidays” in Wikipedia: The Free Encyclopedia
- Wikimedia Foundation Inc.
Books (paid links)
The Jewish Holidays
by Michael Strassfeld
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