haggadah
Is the Passover Story Eternal?
A debate among the ancient rabbis speaks to a stark difference of opinion about the operation of Jewish memory.
Ha Lachma Anya: The Bread of Slavery and Affliction
This text is an opportunity for hands-on engagement with the seder’s core message.
Sharing the Bread of Affliction
Why is one of the first acts of the Seder inviting others to join us?
The Unasked Question
On a night built around inquiry, there's one question that is never posed at the Passover seder.
The Hidden Arc of the Passover Seder
The Mishnah says the seder must begin with the disgrace of enslavement and end with praise of God. The authors of the Haggadah did a little more than that.
Mah Nishtanah: An Invitation to Dialogue
The various meanings of this well-known Seder phrase.
Dayenu: A Jewish Template for Gratitude
This classic seder poem is not merely a reflection on Passover, but a model for true thanks.
