Leil Selichot 138 / סליחות 3898
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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 3898 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 135 | 23 Elul 3895 | ||
| Leil Selichot 136 | 25 Elul 3896 | ||
| Leil Selichot 137 | 21 Elul 3897 | ||
| Leil Selichot 138 | 21 Elul 3898 | ||
| Leil Selichot 139 | 25 Elul 3899 | ||
| Leil Selichot 140 | 20 Elul 3900 | ||
| Leil Selichot 141 | 21 Elul 3901 | ||
| Leil Selichot 142 | 23 Elul 3902 |
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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