Use of the Gregorian Date
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Question
Hello, is it permitted to use the Gregorian date? Or must one specifically use the Hebrew date? Thank you very much.
Answer
Hello and blessings
One should use the Hebrew date, and if there is a need to use the Gregorian date, one should add 'according to their count'.
Source
According to the words of the Ramban, Exodus 12:2. Maharam Shik, Yoreh De'ah, Siman 171.
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