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Why Do We Count the Omer? From Manna to the Harvest in the Land

Counting the Omer
Why do we count the Omer for forty-nine days? What connects this daily practice to the manna in the desert and the first harvest in the Land of Israel? And why does the Torah use the same word, “Omer,” for both? Beneath this simple count lies a deeper story about sustenance, gratitude, and purpose.

Your 2026 Guide to Passover Prep & Shopping

Passover 2026 begins at sundown on Wednesday, April 1 and lasts for seven days in Israel and eight in the diaspora, so now’s the time to start getting ready! Many people begin preparing for Passover weeks or even months ahead of time by planning each meal, making shopping lists, inviting guests, ordering Judaica and gifts, […]

First Night of Passover 2026: All You Need to Know

Seder table
Passover (Pesach) follows the Hebrew calendar and begins on the 15th of Nisan. This year, it starts at sundown on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, marking the beginning of the holiday and the first night of the Seder dinner. In Israel, Passover lasts seven days, with only the first night featuring a Seder.

Passover 2026: The Complete Guide

Passover 2026 all you need to know
Whether you’re planning your first Seder or refreshing your family traditions, this Passover guide walks you through every step. Explore the sections below to easily find what you’re looking for, from key dates and preparation tips to Seder rituals and meaningful symbols, and find exactly what you need for a festive and well-prepared Pesach.

Six Classic Passover Recipes From Around the World

Brisket for Passover
Passover is celebrated by Jewish communities all over the world, and each region has developed its own beloved dishes for the holiday table. Because it is an eight-day holiday with strict food restrictions, many families find themselves looking for Kosher for Passover recipes to keep meals varied and festive throughout the week.

Matzah: Everything You Need to Know About Passover’s Most Important Food

Boy eating matzah
It is made from just two ingredients. It takes eighteen minutes to prepare. It has no flavor that would make a food critic pause, no texture that would earn a Michelin star. And yet, for thousands of years, this humble, cracker-thin unleavened bread has held an entire civilization together.

8 Incredible Passover Haggadahs From Around the World

Famous Passover Haggadot
The haggadah has been an important part of Passover celebrations for centuries, containing all the components and prayers of the ceremonial holiday dinner known as the Passover Seder. More than just a prayer book, many Passover haggadahs (or haggadot in Hebrew) have throughout history been beautifully illuminated with outstanding illustrations and works of art, giving us a remarkable glimpse into

Can You Eat off the Seder Plate?

What to Eat, and Not to Eat, on the Seder Plate Anyone who has been at the Passover Seder knows that the food items—for the most part—are not only symbolic, but also to be ingested. This means that the significance of each item is both stated during the Seder, as well as tasted. The […]

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