Haggadah

Bosnia and Herzegovina's future lies in democracy, not geopolitical fearmongering - opinion

Bosnia and Herzegovina deserves to be understood as a sovereign, pluralistic European state – not as an instrument in imported ideological narratives or geopolitical contestation.

 The flag of Bosnia and Herzegovina
People celebrate the Passover Seder in an underground parking lot used as a public shelter during the ongoing war, April 1, 2026

Passover is over, but the story isn’t - opinion

THE YAHUDA HAGGADAH, Southern Western Germany, ca. 1470-80, handwritten on parchment; brown ink, and gold and silver leaf

A voice of praise: Why this Haggadah puts Miriam at the center of the Exodus

Far Right influencers Candace Owens (L) and Tucker Carlson (R); illustrative.

When the Passover Seder comes to life - opinion


'Inspirational Reflections for the Seder Night': A Haggadah for empty chairs at the table - review

With reflections and prayers for each stage of the Seder, this Haggadah invites you to engage with tradition, family, and your own journey of redemption.

THE EMPTY chair: Thomas Chippendale chair, c. 1772, mahogany, covered in modern red Moroccan leather, Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York City.

Thanksgiving needs its own Haggadah - opinion

We cannot ignore the violence and ill will that sits at the heart of our Thanksgiving story, but we should not forget the idealism and vision of mutual care that sits at its heart as well.

"The First Thanksgiving, 1621," by Jean Leon Gerome Ferris (1863–1930)

'Sarajevo Haggadah' proceeds to be donated to Palestinian causes, announces Bosnian museum

The Sarajevo Haggadah is a famous medieval manuscript containing an illustrated version of the Passover Seder text, dated to around 1350 and believed to be from Barcelona.

Proceeds of Sarajevo Haggadah to be donated to Palestine, National Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina announces.

True freedom this Passover means bringing the hostages home - opinion

This year, once again, the holiday of freedom becomes a moral, national, and human test. Spending the holiday in darkness, deep in Hamas tunnels, are our abducted heroes of October 7.

 MOTHERS ATTEND a protest calling for the release of the hostages held in Gaza, at Hostages Square in Tel Aviv.

Passover: The message of empathy in the Haggadah

This Passover, as we retell the story of our journey from slavery to freedom, may we be mindful of the other people seeking to experience the same journey toward freedom.

 'Moses and Aaron speak before Pharaoh,' by Benjamin West.

'Departing Egypt: Passover Haggadah': Excerpts for insights at the Passover Seder

Below are excerpts from Rabbi Aryeh A. Frimer’s book, chock-full of insights aimed at providing ample food for thought and discussion at the Seder. 

 CAVE OF the Patriarchs in Hebron’s Old City.

The history of bedikat hametz: From Talmudic era until today

Over the generations bedikat hametz (searching for leaven) has become a wonderful bonding opportunity for parents and children as we usher in the Passover holiday.

 A man is seen performing the ritual of bedikat hametz, looking for traces of bread by candlelight to be swept with a feather, in Jerusalem.

The American Heritage Haggadah: A personal story of production and publication

I worked hard to fulfill my dream, and thankfully I was successful. Some 7,000 copies are used at Seder tables throughout the world.

 Rabbi David Geffen is seen holding his copy of The American Heritage Haggadah, which he wrote.

Passover 2025: Why must Jews see themselves as personally leaving Egypt?

Why should one see themselves as if they personally left Egypt? Because it's the essence of redemption: giving everyone, no matter his situation, the inner strength of faith, hope, joy, serenity.

 An illustrative image of an illuminated pathway.

Prizmah Jewish Day Schools propel Jewish story of Passover forward - opinion

'When you know who you are, you can be anything' is the central idea of the new promotional campaign by Prizmah Center for Jewish Day Schools.

 Mock Seder at The Epstein School in Atlanta, NJ.