Leil Selichot 1731 / סליחות 5491
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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 5491 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 1728 | 23 Elul 5488 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1729 | 23 Elul 5489 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1730 | 20 Elul 5490 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1731 | 21 Elul 5491 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1732 | 23 Elul 5492 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1733 | 25 Elul 5493 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1734 | 20 Elul 5494 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1735 | 23 Elul 5495 |
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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