Leil Selichot 1540 / סליחות 5300
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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 5300 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 1537 | 25 Elul 5297 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1538 | 21 Elul 5298 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1539 | 23 Elul 5299 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1540 | 25 Elul 5300 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1541 | 25 Elul 5301 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1542 | 21 Elul 5302 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1543 | 25 Elul 5303 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1544 | 25 Elul 5304 |
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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