The upcoming Shabbat times from November 28 to December 5, 2023, have been announced for several cities across the UK. These timings are essential for members of the Jewish community as they prepare for this weekly observance.
Shabbat Start and End Times
Shabbat will commence on Friday, November 28, at different times depending on the city. In London, Shabbat begins at 15:42, while in Bournemouth it starts at 15:48. Other cities have the following start times: Leeds at 15:34, Manchester at 15:41, Gateshead at 15:30, and Glasgow at 15:36.
On Saturday, November 29, Shabbat will conclude at different times as well. The end times are as follows: in London at 16:49, Bournemouth at 17:03, Leeds at 16:47, Manchester at 16:52, Gateshead at 16:49, and Glasgow at 16:52.
This week’s Torah portion is Vayetze, covering Genesis 28:10 to 32:3. The associated Haftarah readings differ between community traditions: Sephardim will read from Hosea 11:7 to 12:12, while Ashkenazim will read from Hosea 12:13 to 14:10.
Additional Observances
On Thursday, December 4, which corresponds to Kislev 14, the prayer for rain, Tal Umatar, should be recited in the evening service.
As Shabbat approaches on Friday, December 5, the start times will again vary. In London, Shabbat begins at 15:38, Bournemouth at 15:44, Leeds at 15:29, Manchester at 15:36, Gateshead at 15:25, and Glasgow at 15:36.
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