Leil Selichot 1487 / סליחות 5247
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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 5247 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 1484 | 21 Elul 5244 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1485 | 23 Elul 5245 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1486 | 25 Elul 5246 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1487 | 20 Elul 5247 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1488 | 23 Elul 5248 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1489 | 25 Elul 5249 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1490 | 25 Elul 5250 | ||
| Leil Selichot 1491 | 21 Elul 5251 |
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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