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Passover retreats don’t have to be a spiritual and communal exodus

Rabbi Yosie Levine in JTA · 17 Apr

Rabbi Yosie Levine reflects on the growing trend of Passover retreats, where many Jewish families choose to spend the holiday in vacation-like settings instead of the traditional home Seder.

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Hank Azaria Singing a Passover Song as Bruce Springsteen Is Iconic

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 16 Apr

Hank Azaria, known for his iconic Simpsons voices and acting roles, combines his Jewish heritage with his passion for Bruce Springsteen by singing the Passover song "Dayenu" in the style of The Boss.

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My ‘mixed multitude’ Passover seder was a ringing, singing celebration of diversity

Rabbi Sarah Reines in JTA · 16 Apr

Rabbi Sarah Reines shares a vivid account of her diverse Passover seder, highlighting the concept of "erev rav" or mixed multitude from Exodus, symbolizing the rich diversity within Judaism.

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Melt in your mouth- one pan- Minute Steaks and Roasted Vegetables

Sonya's Prep · 16 Apr

For those preparing for Passover, this one-pan dish featuring minute steaks and roasted vegetables offers a delicious and crowd-pleasing option.

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The World's Oldest Haggadah

Leah Koenig in Jewish Table · 16 Apr

Leah Koenig shares an intriguing story from her family's recent Passover seder about the discovery of the world's oldest Haggadah, a manuscript dating back to the 8th century found in Afghanistan, which includes an ancient piyyut celebrating wine.

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Announcement – Passover Break

For Heaven's Sake · 16 Apr

The podcast is temporarily paused during Chol HaMoed of Passover, with plans to return the following week.

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This ‘Wrecking Ball’ Passover Parody Is a Banger

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 15 Apr

Rabbi Jaclyn Cohen of Temple Isaiah in Los Angeles delivers a standout Passover parody with "Matzah Balls," a playful take on Miley Cyrus's "Wrecking Ball."

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Why Jews Added a Lemon to Their Seder Plates This Year

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 15 Apr

In a heartfelt addition to the traditional Passover seder, many Jews included a lemon on their plates this year, following the poignant call from Rachel Goldberg-Polin.

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Jewish family on way to Passover seder killed in NY plane crash

Grace Gilson in JTA · 15 Apr

A tragic plane crash claimed the lives of a Jewish family traveling to celebrate Passover in upstate New York.

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Classic Passover Haroset in 5 Minutes | Traditional Seder Recipe

Sonya's Prep · 15 Apr

Haroset, a key component of the Passover Seder, symbolizes the mortar used by the Israelites during their enslavement in Egypt.

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Every Jew you know is one of these four children.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish · 13 Apr

Joshua Hoffman reflects on the symbolic presence of the four children from the Passover Haggadah—wise, wicked, simple, and the one who does not know how to ask—and how they personify contemporary Jewish experiences, especially post-October 7, 2023.

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Passover teaches us why Jews should stand with Mahmoud Khalil

Emily Tamkin in Forward · 11 Apr

Emily Tamkin draws a parallel between the Passover narrative of liberation from tyranny and the contemporary legal struggles faced by Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil, whom the U.S. government is attempting to deport.

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At a seder by and for trans Jews, guests define liberation for themselves

Samuel Eli Shepherd in Forward · 11 Apr

A unique Passover seder held in Brooklyn celebrated the intersection of Jewish and trans identities by blending traditional rituals with inclusivity and creativity.

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Is the Passover Seder Zionist?

Louis Keene in Forward · 11 Apr

Every spring, social media revives the debate on whether the Passover Seder is a Zionist tradition or potentially its antithesis.

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For a second straight Passover, Jews mark Festival of Freedom while hostages remain in Gaza

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 11 Apr

Jewish families worldwide are grappling with the bittersweet celebration of Passover, emphasizing the holiday's message of freedom while 24 living hostages remain captive in Gaza.

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Chabad In Koh Samui, Thailand, Gears Up For 3,000 Seder Guests!

Chabad.org · 11 Apr

In Koh Samui, Thailand, the Chabad community is preparing to host a Seder for an astonishing 3,000 guests, including a diverse group of backpackers and expatriates.

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Everything Jewish you need to know for the week of Passover

Chabad.org · 11 Apr

As Passover approaches, this episode of "Your Jewish Week" offers a brief but insightful overview of significant events and cultural highlights centered around the holiday.

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Is Rice Permitted on Passover?

Chabad.org · 11 Apr

During Passover, the dietary restrictions for Ashkenazi Jews traditionally include abstaining from rice and beans, known as "Kitniyot."

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The Biggest Passover Merch Fails of the Season

Rabbi Yael Buechler in Kveller · 11 Apr

Rabbi Yael Buechler humorously critiques the various non-food Passover merchandise available this season, emphasizing their mismatched depictions and amusing blunders.

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The Fourth Annual Great Canadian Seder

Bonjour Chai · 11 Apr

Bonjour Chai's fourth Great Canadian Seder features a diverse group of notable Canadian Jews sharing unique insights and stories about Passover traditions, national politics, and personal reflections.

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Is it OK to ask your Seder host if you can bring a guest?

Beth Harpaz in Forward · 11 Apr

Navigating the social etiquette of a Passover Seder can be tricky, especially when considering bringing an unexpected guest.

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Why is this Passover Seder an invitation to imagine better futures?

eJewishPhilanthropy · 11 Apr

Passover is more than a remembrance of liberation; it serves as a participatory framework for imagining Jewish futures.

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The Seder: Where we all become Jewish educators and learners

eJewishPhilanthropy · 11 Apr

Passover Seders serve as a critical opportunity for Jewish families to engage in both education and tradition, with 62% of American Jews participating in them, according to a 2020 Pew study.

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America and the Exodus

Meir Soloveichik in The Free Press · 10 Apr

Rabbi Meir Soloveichik reflects on the Exodus story's profound impact across generations and cultures, particularly in America.

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Kosher for Passover Eggplant Salad | Spicy, Tangy & Addictive

Sonya's Prep · 10 Apr

This video shares a recipe for a vibrant and flavorful kosher-for-Passover eggplant salad, perfect for enhancing any Seder or Yom Tov meal.

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