Passover begins soon. For many Jews, the celebrations will occur amid anxieties and divisions

Why do we carry the dead? Jews do not leave their dead behind

Passover is the time of storytelling. The time of remembering. The time of passing down what must never be forgotten. #Jewish #Passover #Gaza #October7

Geller ’71: The story of Passover gives us the courage to fight against the Trump administration

During the holiday of Passover, Jews around the world retell the Exodus story - the Israelites' passage from bondage in Egypt to freedom, from narrow places of fear and intimidation to a more expansive world. As Michael Walzer taught in his book "Exodus and Revolution," Passover serves as a foundational story to understand political change and the process for creating a better society. In my Seder, we always include his classic line about "what …

The power of tradition in child development

Passover has always been one of my favorite holidays. Even though we don’t get presents, like on Chanukah, or dress up in costumes, like Halloween or Purim, I have always looked forward to the holiday – especially the two nights…

Why is Passover different from all other nights? 3 essential reads on the Jewish holiday

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Why hope still matters in a divided world

Despite the social conflicts we are experiencing at home and abroad, Easter and Passover are still times for reconciliation and celebrating light over darkness.

Word Prompt – KARPAS – Gabriel Boxer

In Judaism we always have the ability for a fresh new start. The story of Passover depicts us as slaves in Egypt, never giving up the hope of being freed and we persevere, and gain our freedom.