Leil Selichot 1199 / סליחות 4959
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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 4959 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 1196 | 21 Elul 4956 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1197 | 21 Elul 4957 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1198 | 25 Elul 4958 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1199 | 25 Elul 4959 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1200 | 21 Elul 4960 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1201 | 23 Elul 4961 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1202 | 25 Elul 4962 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1203 | 21 Elul 4963 |
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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