Leil Selichot 939 / סליחות 4699
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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 4699 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 936 | 21 Elul 4696 | ||
| Leil Selichot 937 | 23 Elul 4697 | ||
| Leil Selichot 938 | 25 Elul 4698 | ||
| Leil Selichot 939 | 20 Elul 4699 | ||
| Leil Selichot 940 | 23 Elul 4700 | ||
| Leil Selichot 941 | 23 Elul 4701 | ||
| Leil Selichot 942 | 25 Elul 4702 | ||
| Leil Selichot 943 | 21 Elul 4703 |
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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