passover

Traditional Jews refrain from using certain types of matzah at the seder.

The prohibition against leavened bread for most Temple grain offerings imbues the Temple with the spirit of freedom all year round.

Just as the Israelites maintained their faith through nine plagues, we too should develop our ability to have faith in times of darkness.

Thought and internal spirituality still require physical action in order to deepen one's religious experience.

Shifra and Puah's defiance of Pharaoh's decree and allegiance to God set the stage for the liberation of the Israelites.