ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD PASSOVER
From pass over, translation of Hebrew pesah, from pāsah to pass over.
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6 QUOTES WITH «PASSOVER»
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To go to the synagogue with one's father on the Passover eve - is there in the world a greater pleasure than that? What is it worth to be dressed in new clothes from head to foot, and to show off before one's friends? Then the prayers themselves - the first Festival evening prayer and blessing.
Remember, you must not sleep at the Seder. If you do, Elijah the Prophet will come with a bag on his shoulders. On the two first nights of Passover, Elijah the Prophet goes about looking for those who have fallen asleep at the Seder, and takes them away in his bag.
I remember my father, who was 'somebody' in the synagogue, bringing home with him one of the poor men who waited outside to be chosen to share the Passover meal. These patriarchal manners I remember well, although there was about them an air of bourgeois benevolence which was somewhat comic.
Passover and Easter are the only Jewish and Christian holidays that move in sync, like the ice skating pairs we saw during the winter Olympics.
The Jewish festival of freedom is the oldest continuously observed religious ritual in the world. Across the centuries, Passover has never lost its power to inspire the imagination of successive generations of Jews with its annually re-enacted drama of slavery and liberation.
Symbolically, what the rabbis say is that at Passover, what we have to do is try to get rid of our hot air - our pride, our feeling that we are the most important people in the whole entire world and that everything should revolve round us.
10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «PASSOVER»
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In this sweet and fun story, featuring the same family from the National Jewish Book Award winner Hanukkah!, toddlers are introduced to Passover traditions by following adorable little Moe as he searches for the hidden matzoh at the family ...
Introduces the Jewish festival of Passover, and discusses its origins, preparations for the holiday, the foods people eat--and do not eat--at Passover, and the special holiday feast, the seder.
Introduces this Jewish holiday, discussing when it takes place, its history and significance, preparations, the Seder, and how it is celebrated.
Two young bunnies learn about the customs of the Passover seder from their parents and grandparents as they all celebrate the holiday meal.
And in this inviting book, Ceil and Moishe Rosen show you how the death and resurrection of Jesus the Messiah are forever interwoven with the Passover and its symbolism.
Ceil Rosen, Moishe Rosen, 2006
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My People's
Passover Haggadah: Traditional Texts, Modern ...
Features the original Haggadah text in both Hebrew and a new English translation, and includes information on the roots of Passover, its confrontation with modernity, and its relationship to other rabbinical teachings.
Lawrence A. Hoffman, David Arnow, 2008
Describes the Jewish holiday of Passover, which commemorates the exodus of the Jewish slaves out of Egypt.
Read the captions and find the best image to fit in the spaces to create your own Passover scenes.
The story of Passover is described, including the slavery of Jews in ancient Egypt, the ten plagues, and the Jews' freedom. Readers will learn how modern Jews prepare for and celebrate Passover.
This series explores and supports the standards "Culture," "Individuals, Groups, and Institutions," and Global Connections," as required by the National Council for the Social Studies.
10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «PASSOVER»
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The feeding of the five thousand was just the beginning
A hint of things to come is found in the timing of the feeding of the multitudes: “The Jewish feast of the Passover was near.” The Passover was ... «Catholic World Report, Jul 15»
A rabbi's mission: Saving Damascus' Jewish culture
The past two years also saw the publication of a Passover Haggadah and prayer book with hundreds of interpretations from Damascus ... «Ynetnews, Jul 15»
Homily for July 26, 2015: 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time
It is a sign of Christ's power; it's a testament to God's extravagant love and generosity; and with its taking place before Passover and the words ... «Patheos, Jul 15»
If You Haven't Heard of This Holiday, You're Not Alone
Most of us have been to the synagogue on Yom Kippur. We've munched matzah at the Passover Seder. We've watched Uncle Marvin kindle the Chanukah ... «Chabad.org, Jul 15»
The enduring lessons of Psalms
In my personal study, I had reached Passover Week in the Gospels, when Jesus was about to become the Passover Lamb. The Holy Spirit ... «Greeley Tribune, Jul 15»
PAPER PULPIT: 'When I see the blood'
The Passover story is well known. The Lord was about to lead His people out of Egypt, and on the night of their departure, He inflicted harsh ... «Gadsden Times, Jul 15»
Jewish day of mourning teaches that hope can follow despair
From the spring holidays of Passover and the Feast of Weeks until the late summer or early fall High Holy Days of the Jewish New Year and ... «Anniston Star, Jul 15»
Beth Ami fundraiser helps bring down 'wall' of matzah
Beth Ami usually asks its members for unopened leftovers after Passover. This year, however, the congregation received a windfall from the ... «Jweekly.com, Jul 15»
Ratchayothin roadway passover to be spared
Nothing was said of the passover at Kasetsart intersection, which is also slated for removal. The northern Green Line will connect Mo Chit ... «Coconuts Bangkok, Jul 15»
London Marathon boss 'regrets' Passover clash
The chief executive of the London Marathon has expressed regret that next year's event clashes with the second day of Passover. Nick Bitel ... «Jewish News, Jul 15»
