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Passover, also known as Pesach, is a Jewish festival that commemorates the Ex...
Passover, also known as Pesach, is a Jewish festival that commemorates the Exodus from Egypt. It is one of the most important holidays in the Jewish calendar, and is observed with a number of traditions and rituals.HistoryThe festival of Passover has its roots in the biblical story of the Israelites' flight from Egypt and their 40 years of wandering in the desert. According to the Book of Exodus, God sent ten plagues to Egypt as punishment for the enslavement of the Israelites. Finally, Pharaoh released the Jews from captivity, but God hardened his heart and he perished when he attempted to pursue them. The Israelites, led by Moses, then journeyed to the Promised Land.ObservancesPassover is observed for seven days in the springtime, starting on the 15th day of the Hebrew month of Nisan. The festival is characterized by several traditions and rituals, including:SederA festive meal held on the first two nights of Passover, at which family and friends gather to retell the story of the Exodus. The meal includes a number of symbolic dishes, such as matzo (unleavened bread) and bitter herbsMatzoUnleavened bread that is eaten during Passover. It is made without yeast and is dipped in salt water or charoset (a sweet paste made from fruit, nuts, and wine)MarorA bitter herb, usually horseradish or lettuce, that represents the bitterness of slavery. It is eaten during the seder to symbolize the hardships the Jews suffered in EgyptHaggadahA book that contains the story of the Exodus and the Passover seder. It is read aloud at the beginning of the seder, followed by a discussion of the Exodus's relevance to contemporary timesAfikomenThe final course of the Passover seder, which is a piece of matzo that represents the "dessert" of the meal. It is hidden during the meal and, at the end, a child is chosen to find it. The one who finds it wins a prizeSefirahA tradition in which Jews count down the days until Passover during a 49-day period beforehand. Each day corresponds to one of the 49 steps that Moses ascended on Mount Sinai to receive the Ten CommandmentsYizkorA prayer service held on the afternoon of the fourth day of Passover in memory of ancestorsLag B'OmerA festival observed on the 18th day of Iyar that commemorates the anniversary of Rabbi Akiva's death and marks the end of the Sefirah period. It is also considered a joyous day because it marks the end of a period of mourning for Rabbi Akiva's studentsCultural ImpactPassover has had a profound impact on Jewish culture and society. It has been a source of inspiration for countless books, movies, and plays that explore themes such as liberation, redemption, and family. The seder ceremony, in particular, is seen as a rite of passage for young Jews, who learn about their heritage and connect with their communities through this annual tradition.Modern-Day ObservanceIn modern times, Passover is still observed by Jews around the world. People clean their houses to remove any trace of leavening and prepare for the seder by buying special foods and studying the Passover story. Many Jews hold seders with their families or attend communal seders organized by synagogues or Jewish organizations.
