Leil Selichot 1180 / סליחות 4940
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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 4940 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 1177 | 23 Elul 4937 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1178 | 25 Elul 4938 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1179 | 21 Elul 4939 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1180 | 21 Elul 4940 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1181 | 23 Elul 4941 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1182 | 20 Elul 4942 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1183 | 21 Elul 4943 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1184 | 23 Elul 4944 |
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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