Passover – About Tradition and Faith
Passover is one of the most important holidays in the Jewish calendar, celebrated with great pomp and ceremony. It remembrance the release of the Israelites from slavery in ancient Egypt, as described in the Book of Exodus. The eight-day festival is rich in tradition, symbolism, and spiritual significance, making it a strong pillar of Jewish identity and faith. The Historical Roots of Passover The story of Passover begins with the Israelites’ slavery in Egypt. According to the Torah, God sent Moses to demand their release from Pharaoh, but Pharaoh refused to grant Moses release. In response, God inflicted ten plagues on Egypt, the worst of which was the death of Pharaoh’s firstborn son. The Israelites were later spared when they marked their doorposts with lamb’s blood, which was the signal for the angel of death to pass by their homes. This type of divine intervention led to their eventual freedom and exodus from Egypt. The Seder: A Night of Remembrance The Passover Seder is the festival’s highlight, celebrated worldwide on the eve or night before the 15th day of Nisan according to the Hebrew calendar. It is a ritual meal that brings all families together, and the story of the …