Passover: Seder Gave Israelites Super Nutrients for Flight From Egypt

It's well known that the Seder meal on the first night of Passover includes specific foods that are symbolic of the people's struggle to leave Egypt and their faith that God would provide for them. But a lesser-known fact is that the sacred meal is packed with a potent combination of nutrients that could well have given the Israelites a head start on their long journey across the desert. Here's a breakdown of what those foods did for them nutrition-wise.

How to Make Passover Fun for Everyone

Some people love Passover -- the matzo ball soup and brisket, the long evenings with family at the seder table, and the freshly cleaned house. Others (realists like me) have to work a little harder to get over the stress that comes with all that...

How to have a great Passover Seder with kids

How can pre-schoolers keep their attention during the Seder? How to make this Passover Seder a fun and enjoyable evening for kids and adults too?

Creative Ways to Celebrate Passover for Adults and Kids

I'm Jewish, and I'm not at all religious. However, my favorite Jewish holiday is Passover. Maybe it's partly because I actually LIKE matzah, but it also has to do with the rituals, lessons, and yes, food that goes along with the holiday. Like most...

Multi-faith Peace Seder

Passover or Pesach: A Repast with a Past

The Jewish festival of Pesach or Passover is rich with rituals. These draw on ancient agricultural spring festivals which have been reinterpreted to tell the story of the Exodus. 7 symbolic foods are used to recount the events of that time. Use of leavening is also strictly prohibited at this time. Recipe for Lemon Walnut Slice.

How Passover Holiday Remembers Non-Jews

The Jewish observance of Passover reflects the belief that the Jews’ glass of happiness cannot be full if others had to suffer. This is compassion akin to the Amish reaction to the Nickels Mines school tragedy.

Why Are Some Christians Celebrating Passover?

Easter and Passover are very precious holidays and Christians and Jews alike can learn from each other. It is for me, a significant part of my faith. This hub was written just to share the significance of each.

Passover Seder Recipes: From Traditional to Unique

Moroccan Beef Stew Passover is a holiday when the Jewish people celebrate their freedom from slavery in Egypt, and their becoming a nation. They commemorate the Exodus with many age-old traditions, and most families partake in at least some of the...

Kid Friendly Passover Seders

Making your Passover seder kids friendly and fun will make the holiday more pleasant for every generation around the table. Modern Haggadot, songs, and props will make your seder memorable.