Shabbat observances for the week of November 28 to December 5 will vary across several cities in the United Kingdom. The times for Shabbat’s commencement and conclusion are essential for community members and those observing these traditions.
Shabbat Schedule for November 28 to December 5
On Friday, November 28 (Kislev 8), Shabbat begins in London at 3:42 PM, with the following start times for other cities: Bournemouth at 3:48 PM, Leeds at 3:34 PM, Manchester at 3:41 PM, Gateshead at 3:30 PM, and Glasgow at 3:36 PM.
For Saturday, November 29 (Kislev 9), the Torah portion is Vayetze, which covers Genesis 28:10 to 32:3. The Haftarah readings vary by tradition: Sephardim will read from Hosea 11:7 to 12:12, while Ashkenazim will focus on Hosea 12:13 to 14:10. Shabbat concludes in London at 4:49 PM, with other cities finishing at the following times: Bournemouth at 5:03 PM, Leeds at 4:47 PM, Manchester at 4:52 PM, Gateshead at 4:49 PM, and Glasgow at 4:52 PM.
Upcoming Observances
On Thursday, December 4 (Kislev 14), the prayer for rain, Tal Umatar, will be recited in the evening services.
The following Friday, December 5 (Kislev 15), Shabbat will commence again in London at 3:38 PM. Other cities will have the following start times: Bournemouth at 3:44 PM, Leeds at 3:29 PM, Manchester at 3:36 PM, Gateshead at 3:25 PM, and Glasgow at 3:36 PM.
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