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2023 Date | 9 September 2023 |
2024 Date | 28 September 2024 |
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Selichot is an important observance in Jewish tradition dedicated to repentance, prayer, and seeking forgiveness in the lead-up to the High Holy Days, Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. The term "Selichot" refers to a series of penitential prayers and hymns, which focus on themes of mindfulness, personal reflection, and atonement. The key aspects of the observance include late-night or pre-dawn synagogue services, featuring recitation of Selichot prayers, pleas for forgiveness, sounding of the shofar (ram's horn), and the singing of solemn melodies. While the exact origins of Selichot are unclear, the observance is believed to have roots in biblical times and has evolved over centuries to adapt to various Jewish communities around the world, including the United Kingdom. For British Jews, Selichot is an opportunity to engage in a period of self-examination, reflection, and spiritual preparation for the High Holy Days. The observance reinforces the importance of repentance and communal support on the journey towards atonement and spiritual renewal. In the United Kingdom, Selichot is observed predominantly within synagogues, where congregants gather for special services led by rabbis and cantors. The services often involve readings from the Torah and Talmud, in addition to traditional prayers and hymns. Community events may also be organised, such as educational workshops and discussions, to further explore the themes and teachings of Selichot. The specific date of Selichot varies depending on whether a congregation follows Ashkenazi or Sephardi customs, with most UK congregations adhering to the Ashkenazi tradition of commencing Selichot services on the Saturday night before Rosh Hashanah, if it falls later than four days into the week. Top Tweets for Selichot -Updated
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