passover

Leaven (Hametz)

Three steps for ritually cleansing the home for Passover

There are additional requirements for making sure Passover utensils are kosher.

A selection of seder customs from around the world

The placement and symbolism of the items on the seder plate.

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

Do it yourself, or learn about this intense process.

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.