Leil Selichot 1495 / סליחות 5255
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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 5255 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 1492 | 23 Elul 5252 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1493 | 25 Elul 5253 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1494 | 21 Elul 5254 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1495 | 23 Elul 5255 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1496 | 25 Elul 5256 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1497 | 21 Elul 5257 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1498 | 21 Elul 5258 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1499 | 25 Elul 5259 |
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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