Passover

The seder as a key to Jewish continuity

Three customs regarding the seder verses "Pour Out Thy Wrath"

A brief history of the story of the four children

What to make of the wise, wicked, simple, and silent children at the seder

Why we tell the story of Passover

Both celebrate spring and hope, though there are major differences between them also.

A broken matzah to remind us we are a people of "sacred fragments"

The importance of intention in our service to God

Several customs offer ways to dramatize parts of the Passover seder.

Making it count.

A special request for life-sustaining dew is traditionally recited on the first morning of Passover.

The festival served as a repudiation of idolatry.