Passover is one of the most significant and most well-known Jewish holidays. It begins on the 15th day of the Jewish month of Nissan, which falls in the springtime in Israel. It is one of only three Jewish holidays that necessitated a pilgrimage to the Temple in Jerusalem in ancient Israel. Passover celebrates the freeing […]
What is the difference between Sephardi and Ashkanazi Passover Practices?
Different groups of Jews have different customs and practices, although they will all follow the laws of the Torah. Sometimes those differences are based on which rabbis or commentators a group is following, while other times the differences are based on geography. The two main groups of Jews whose practices were distinguished, shaped, and affected […]
What is Matzah?
Matzah is special kind of unleavened bread eaten by Jews during the holiday of Passover. It is made by combining grain with water and then cooking it – all within in an 18-minute time span. Jewish people are required to eat matzah during the holiday of Passover, at the ritual Seder meal(s). There are three […]
Why do Jews not eat Bread on Passover?
During the holiday of Passover, the Jewish people are not allowed to eat or even to own anything leavened. Leavened products are grain products that were allowed to stand or rise for more than 18 minutes prior to being thoroughly cooked. This includes bread. This is because there is a direct commandment in the Torah, […]
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