Leil Selichot 540 / סליחות 4300
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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 4300 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 537 | 21 Elul 4297 | ||
| Leil Selichot 538 | 23 Elul 4298 | ||
| Leil Selichot 539 | 20 Elul 4299 | ||
| Leil Selichot 540 | 21 Elul 4300 | ||
| Leil Selichot 541 | 23 Elul 4301 | ||
| Leil Selichot 542 | 25 Elul 4302 | ||
| Leil Selichot 543 | 20 Elul 4303 | ||
| Leil Selichot 544 | 23 Elul 4304 |
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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