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הבן הרשע מוצג בתור חייל בהגדה של פסח מפראג, שט"ז

Why is the wicked son portrayed as a soldier? The history of the four sons in the Passover Haggadah

Haggadic illustrations of the four sons in the Passover tale can teach us a lot about Jewish societies in the past, from a wicked soldier to a wizened sage

Prof. Jeffrey Woolf | 04.26.24

Thousands at Birkat Kohanim at the Western Wall

Worshipers join together in prayer for the return of the hostages, for the well-being of the IDF soldiers and security forces, for the healing of the wounded, and for peace for the people of Israel

Ynet | 04.25.24

Burning of chametz in the Me'a She'arim neighborhood, 1983

Jewish National Fund archive reveals Passover celebrations from Israel's first decades

Jewish National Fund showcases rare archival photos depicting how Passover celebration was observed in the early years of Israel, between 1940-1980

Ynetnews | 04.23.24

הילולה בבית הכנסת בעיר אל-מחלה אל-כוברא שבמצרים, 1967

From Jeremiah through to Maimonides and the Lavon Affair: the history of Egypt's Jewish Community

Home to some of Judaism's greatest thinkers, the Land of the Nile's once-bustling Jewish community left behind 2,500 years of rich cultural heritage, from antiquity through Maimonides in Medieval times and the ultimate expulsion of the Jews under the Nasser regime

Yogev Israeli | 04.22.24

'Bible says Children of Israel left Egypt with great wealth, we left with nothing'

Moshe Saban-Cohen and Matild Cohen-Levi, who made Aliyah to Israel from Egypt, recall their memories of the Nile and the reasons they left their wealth behind to start over in the Promised Land

Yogev Israeli | 04.22.24

'Israel in Egypt' by Edward Poynter, 1867

Exodus story is the focus of the Jewish bible, but Egyptian sources barely mention the Hebrew slaves

Available ancient Egyptian sources don’t mention events documented in the Haggadah, or even specific names like that of the star of the Passover story, Moses, says Israeli scholar. So what can we glean from the scarce historical record of ancient Israelites in the Nile Delta?

Matan Shor | 04.22.24

Redeemed to Zion with joy

Passover Seder story of escaping Pharaoh and seeking freedom deeply resonates with Israelis, highlighting ongoing plight of Hamas hostages in Gaza, who yearn for liberty similar to ancient Israelites

Rabbi Shmuel Rabinowitz | 04.22.24

Passover charoset: why is it good for our health

Charoset, a Passover staple rich in zinc and vitamin C, boosts immunity; its ingredients vary by region in Israel, including apples, nuts and spices; consumption in moderation is advised, and those with nut allergies should avoid it

Dr. Tori Goldstein | 04.22.24

קמפיין להחזרת החטופים שמופץ בצפון אמריקה

Israel launches international campaign to highlight plight of Hamas hostages

Campaign to be launched in North America hours before Passover Eve, consisting of five different videos, each featuring five hostages within family photos taken on the last Passover Eve

Itamar Eichner | 04.22.24

דוד בן גוריון עם חיילי "ההגנה" החוגגים את סדר פסח, שלושה שבועות לפני הכרזת העצמאות

Ben-Gurion as Prophet Elijah: the military Passover Seder that made history

At height of Independence War, weeks before Israel's founding, Ben-Gurion joined a Passover Seder with Haganah fighters in Jerusalem; this event became a blueprint for future IDF Seders

Dr. Joel Rappel | 04.22.24

רחל גולדברג אימו של הירש גולדברג שנחטף לעזה מדברת באו"ם

Mother of hostage, chosen among 100 most influential: We chose to hope every day

Rachel Goldberg-Polin says being named among Time Magazine's 100 most influential people is important advocacy for the release of the Israeli captives held in Gaza; Pessach will be brutal, she says

Nir (Shoko) Cohen | 04.21.24

Amazingly kosher chocolate pie for Passover eve

This decedent chocolate treat can be served alongside whipping cream and fresh fruit and will turn into the highlight of your Passover dinner

Essy Roz | 04.21.24

Israel braces for worst Passover hot spell in 30 years

Climate czar says more hot months and extreme weather events becoming new normal in changing climate reality with temperatures hitting as high as 108℉ in some parts of the country over the holiday

Nir (Shoko) Cohen | 04.21.24

Crunchy, healthy salad for Passover Seder

From cauliflower to purple cabbage, almost all the vegetables come together in one plate that's entirely healthy and kosher

Dudu Biton | 04.20.24

Elevate your Passover with this decadent chocolate sponge cake

Crunchy base, creamy filling, chocolate frosting: the ultimate gluten-free, kosher holiday cake everyone's been waiting for

Michal Levy Alhalel | 04.19.24

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