Last weeks post, we discussed the Maggid, or telling of the Exodus story. This week we will look at the different elements that comprise the Pesach Seder. The Seder plate has many items that allow us to experience the Pesach using our senses. Tell the whole community of Israel that on the tenth day of this month each man is to take a lamb for his family, one for each household...The animals you choose must be year-old males without defect, and you may take them from the she

I once had a staff member who worked for me. His nationality and religious background was contrary to mine, while I tried to be respectful of his beliefs, I often plunged into discussions about upcoming Christian and Hebrew celebrations. After a time, he made a statement which took me by surprise. His observation was that our holidays seemed to be joyous occasions that included feasting and time with family and friends; remembering when something good from our history. He