What is another word for elul?
Pronunciation: [ɪlˈʌl] (IPA) 
Elul is a Hebrew month on the Jewish calendar that usually falls in late summer. It is a time of self-reflection and repentance in preparation for the High Holy Days of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. The word Elul has a number of synonyms that convey different shades of meaning related to the themes of renewal and introspection. Some common synonyms for Elul include "teshuvah" (repentance), "cheshbon hanefesh" (accounting of the soul), and "shuvah" (return). Each synonym emphasizes a different aspect of the spiritual work associated with Elul, but taken together they help to capture the essence of this sacred time of year.
