Leil Selichot 978 / סליחות 4738
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Prayers for forgiveness in preparation for the High Holidays 🕍
Leil Selichot for Hebrew Year 4738 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 975 | 25 Elul 4735 | ||
| Leil Selichot 976 | 21 Elul 4736 | ||
| Leil Selichot 977 | 21 Elul 4737 | ||
| Leil Selichot 978 | 25 Elul 4738 | ||
| Leil Selichot 979 | 25 Elul 4739 | ||
| Leil Selichot 980 | 21 Elul 4740 | ||
| Leil Selichot 981 | 23 Elul 4741 | ||
| Leil Selichot 982 | 25 Elul 4742 |
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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