Leil Selichot 718 / סליחות 4478
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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 4478 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 715 | 20 Elul 4475 | ||
| Leil Selichot 716 | 21 Elul 4476 | ||
| Leil Selichot 717 | 23 Elul 4477 | ||
| Leil Selichot 718 | 25 Elul 4478 | ||
| Leil Selichot 719 | 20 Elul 4479 | ||
| Leil Selichot 720 | 23 Elul 4480 | ||
| Leil Selichot 721 | 25 Elul 4481 | ||
| Leil Selichot 722 | 25 Elul 4482 |
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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