Leil Selichot 1187 / סליחות 4947
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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 4947 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 1184 | 23 Elul 4944 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1185 | 25 Elul 4945 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1186 | 20 Elul 4946 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1187 | 23 Elul 4947 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1188 | 23 Elul 4948 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1189 | 25 Elul 4949 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1190 | 21 Elul 4950 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1191 | 23 Elul 4951 |
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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