Pesach (Passover)

• What is the significance of Passover in Judaism?

  It celebrates the liberation of the Jews from slavery in Egypt
• What does Passover remind Jews of?

  It reminds them of their ancestry and heritage
• Who led the Jews out of slavery?

  Moses
• What does the term "Passover" refer to in its biblical context?

  It refers to the spirit of God passing over the homes marked with lamb's blood
• What does the quote from Exodus say about Passover?

  It is a day to commemorate and celebrate as a festival to the Lord
• What did God ask Moses to do?

  To free the Jews from slavery
• What did God say about the misery of His people in Egypt?

  He has seen their misery and will respond to free them
• What was Pharaoh's response to God's demand through Moses?

  He refused to free the slaves
• What were the ten plagues sent to Egypt?

  They were divine punishments to persuade Pharaoh to free the Jews
• What was the final plague that led to the Jews' freedom?

  The death of the firstborn in Egypt
• How did God act during the final plague?

  As the judge and executioner against the Egyptians
• What did Moses do after the Jews were freed?

  He led them to search for the promised land
• What must be removed from the home before Passover begins?

  Any food that can rise or be leavened
• What does the removal of leavened food symbolize?

  It symbolizes the haste of the Jews' departure from Egypt
• What is the special meal called that families have during Passover?

  Seder meal
• What does the Seder plate represent?

  It reflects the Exodus story and has various symbolic foods
• What does the salt water on the Seder plate represent?

  The tears and sweat of slavery
• What does the charoset represent on the Seder plate?

  The mortar used in building while the Jews were slaves
• What do the bitter herbs symbolize on the Seder plate?

  The bitterness of slavery
• What does the roasted egg symbolize on the Seder plate?

  The hardness of Jewish determination to keep faith
• What does the parsley represent on the Seder plate?

  The new life that God offers the Jews
• What is matzah and why is it significant?

  Flatbread that reminds Jews of their hasty departure from Egypt
• What do the four glasses of wine at the Seder meal represent?

  The four times God promised to free the Israelites from slavery
• Why is an extra cup placed for the prophet Elijah during Passover?

  To symbolize the hope for the arrival of the Messiah
• What is the Haggadah used for during the Seder meal?

  It tells the story of Exodus and encourages questions
• What is the emotional tone of Passover for Jews?

  It is both a celebration and a time of sadness
• What do Jews pray for during Passover?

  For those who are still not free
• What is the ultimate goal of celebrating Passover?

  To remember their ancestry and the freedom they enjoy
• What are the key components of the Seder meal?

  • Salt water: Represents tears of slavery
  • Charoset: Represents mortar used in slavery
  • Bitter herbs: Symbolize bitterness of slavery
  • Roasted egg: Reflects determination to keep faith
  • Parsley: Represents new life offered by God
  • Matzah: Flatbread reminding of hasty departure
  • Four glasses of wine: Represent God's promises of freedom
• What is the significance of the story of Exodus in relation to Passover?

  • It recounts the liberation of the Jews from slavery
  • It emphasizes God's faithfulness and power
  • It serves as a reminder of Jewish heritage and identity
• What are the emotional aspects of Passover for the Jewish community?

  • Celebration of freedom and ancestry
  • Sadness for the memories of slavery
  • Prayers for those still in bondage