Leil Selichot 856 / סליחות 4616
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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 4616 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 853 | 25 Elul 4613 | ||
| Leil Selichot 854 | 21 Elul 4614 | ||
| Leil Selichot 855 | 21 Elul 4615 | ||
| Leil Selichot 856 | 23 Elul 4616 | ||
| Leil Selichot 857 | 25 Elul 4617 | ||
| Leil Selichot 858 | 21 Elul 4618 | ||
| Leil Selichot 859 | 23 Elul 4619 | ||
| Leil Selichot 860 | 25 Elul 4620 |
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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