Counting the Omer
The Omer connects Passover and Shavuot. In the Bible, this seven-week period marked the transition from the barley harvest to the wheat harvest. This period is a 49-day journey towards self-improvement. Read more
Hol Hamoed Passover
The intermediate festival days --days three through six or two through six in Israel and for the Reform--have a special designation. Read more
Matzah Brei
Matzah Brei means "fried matzah" in Yiddish, and it's a Passover breakfast staple. If french toast and scrambled eggs had a child, it would be matzah brei. Read more
Maimouna
Moroccan Jews are known for Maimouna, the exuberant festival held on the evening and day after Passover. It's not clear where the origins of the festival come from, but some think it is the yahrzeit of Maimonides' father. Read more
Easter and Passover
The frequent overlapping of Easter and Passover--of the Christian Holy Week with our eight-day celebration of Passover--merits attention. Side by side they bring to light the deep structures of both religions. Read more
Right now, Rabbi Matt Dreffin and Rabbi Marshal Klaven are in the midst of the Passover Pilgrimage, journeying to communities throughout the South...
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We had another post for today, which we will share later, but in light of yesterday's tragic shootings at two Jewish institutions in Kansas City, we o...
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After the fun we had with Rainbow Hamantaschen, it seemed like the gauntlet had been thrown.
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Weekly Torah Portion
Passover
Click below for the special holiday readings
Biblical Readings for Passover » Song of Songs »
Candle Lighting Times
Flourless Chocolate Cake
A simple and decadent dessert for Passover--and year-round.
Is This Kosher for Passover?
Can you tell which of these foods are kosher for Passover?
