Leil Selichot 799 / סליחות 4559
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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 4559 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 796 | 25 Elul 4556 | ||
| Leil Selichot 797 | 21 Elul 4557 | ||
| Leil Selichot 798 | 23 Elul 4558 | ||
| Leil Selichot 799 | 25 Elul 4559 | ||
| Leil Selichot 800 | 25 Elul 4560 | ||
| Leil Selichot 801 | 21 Elul 4561 | ||
| Leil Selichot 802 | 25 Elul 4562 | ||
| Leil Selichot 803 | 25 Elul 4563 |
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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