Leil Selichot 491 / סליחות 4251
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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 4251 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 488 | 25 Elul 4248 | ||
| Leil Selichot 489 | 21 Elul 4249 | ||
| Leil Selichot 490 | 23 Elul 4250 | ||
| Leil Selichot 491 | 23 Elul 4251 | ||
| Leil Selichot 492 | 20 Elul 4252 | ||
| Leil Selichot 493 | 23 Elul 4253 | ||
| Leil Selichot 494 | 23 Elul 4254 | ||
| Leil Selichot 495 | 25 Elul 4255 |
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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