Leil Selichot 779 / סליחות 4539
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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 4539 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 776 | 25 Elul 4536 | ||
| Leil Selichot 777 | 21 Elul 4537 | ||
| Leil Selichot 778 | 23 Elul 4538 | ||
| Leil Selichot 779 | 25 Elul 4539 | ||
| Leil Selichot 780 | 21 Elul 4540 | ||
| Leil Selichot 781 | 21 Elul 4541 | ||
| Leil Selichot 782 | 25 Elul 4542 | ||
| Leil Selichot 783 | 20 Elul 4543 |
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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