Leil Selichot 1456 / סליחות 5216
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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 5216 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 1453 | 20 Elul 5213 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1454 | 21 Elul 5214 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1455 | 23 Elul 5215 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1456 | 20 Elul 5216 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1457 | 21 Elul 5217 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1458 | 23 Elul 5218 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1459 | 25 Elul 5219 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1460 | 20 Elul 5220 |
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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