Tag: Passover

This text provides three Pesach recipes shared by Joyce Rifkind from Toronto, Canada.
Season 3 of the popular haredi Orthodox drama series Shtisel will be released on Netflix on March 25.
Last year, many people had to celebrate Pesach (Passover) in a different way due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
In this article, Rabbi Dr. Josh Joseph reflects on the importance of team building and collaboration within the Jewish community.
Jewish humor has a long history of finding light in dark times.
This poem by Hillel Broder reflects on the experience of walking along a closed boardwalk during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The author recounts their experience battling COVID-19, detailing the strange and varied symptoms they and their family members faced.
Jack Black recently showcased his rendition of the Passover song "Chad Gadya," known for its dark and escalating lyrics, in a video posted online to help lift spirits during the challenging final days of the holiday.
In "Fellowship from Plague: Lessons from Passover," Ezra W. Zuckerman Sivan discusses the Exodus story and the act of sharing between the Israelites and Egyptians during the tenth plague.
Amid the COVID-19 disruptions, the relevance of Shakespeare's works during times of crisis has been noted, with themes of pestilence and productivity resonating.
Throughout American history, the story of the Exodus has provided inspiration during times of uncertainty, danger, and hardship.
In a bonus episode of Unorthodox, the host Liel interviews author Sharon Cameron about her new novel, "The Light in Hidden Places," inspired by a true story of a teenager who sheltered Jews in her attic during the Holocaust.
Ben Weitz shared the story of his Cuban grandfather, Azriel Weitz, who maintained his Jewish faith despite challenges in Cuba under Fidel Castro's rule.
"A Rugrats Passover" marked a significant moment in Jewish representation on television when it aired in 1995 as part of the popular animated show "Rugrats."
Allison Kaplan Sommer, Don Futterman, and Noah Efron discuss significant topics including the merging of parties in Israel, the high COVID-19 rates among Ultra-Orthodox Jews, and the ideological differences in Israeli society highlighted by the Passover song Dayenu.
The discussion revolves around whether individuals should read Shir ha-Shirim during the Covid-19 pandemic when synagogue services are limited.
The article discusses the relevance of the Passover story to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, drawing parallels between the Ten Plagues and the current plague.
A Jewish family reflects on their decision to leave the United States due to racial discrimination and marginalization, settling in Canada for safety and a better life.
In this article, Marcy Goldman shares her renowned Caramel Matzoh Crunch recipe and discusses Passover preparations from her Newish Jewish Cookbook.
In "My First DIY Passover," the author grapples with the difficult decision to not attend their usual large and elaborate family Passover Seder due to safety concerns amid the pandemic.
A music enthusiast who will miss the communal singing during Passover Seder has created a curated playlist to help individuals transition to solitary Seders this year.
In the poem "Passover 2020" by Harris Bor, the author reflects on celebrating Passover during the COVID-19 pandemic, drawing parallels between the biblical story of the Exodus and the current global situation.
The text explores the dynamic between Jacob and Laban, focusing on Laban's portrayal in the Passover Haggadah.
This Passover will be challenging for many as they gather without extended family and friends, missing the communal aspects like shul conversations and Yizkor.
Israel seems to be close to forming a new government after a series of elections.