Leil Selichot 879 / סליחות 4639
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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 4639 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 876 | 23 Elul 4636 | ||
| Leil Selichot 877 | 25 Elul 4637 | ||
| Leil Selichot 878 | 21 Elul 4638 | ||
| Leil Selichot 879 | 21 Elul 4639 | ||
| Leil Selichot 880 | 25 Elul 4640 | ||
| Leil Selichot 881 | 20 Elul 4641 | ||
| Leil Selichot 882 | 21 Elul 4642 | ||
| Leil Selichot 883 | 23 Elul 4643 |
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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