Passover, beginning on April 12 and lasting until April 20, commemorates the Israelites' liberation from slavery in Egypt through Moses. This holiday features the Seder meal, where families gather to retell their ancestors' story of enslavement and eventual freedom. Key symbolic foods on the Seder plate include bitter herbs and charoset, representing hardship and labor, respectively. The observance of Passover varies among different Jewish traditions, highlighting its diverse cultural significance within the Jewish community. The name 'Passover' stems from the angel sparing Jewish firstborns during the final plague, a pivotal moment in Jewish identity.
The centerpiece of the Passover meal includes traditional and symbolic foods such as bitter herbs and charoset that evoke memories of slavery and hardships.
God commanded Moses to tell the Israelites to paint lamb's blood on their doorposts, allowing the angel to pass over their homes during the final plague.
Passover commemorates the liberation of the Israelites from over 200 years of slavery in Egypt, marking a pivotal moment in Jewish history.
Variations in Passover traditions exist between Orthodox and Reformed Jews, showcasing the diversity of practices and ceremonial foods during the holiday.
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