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Passover - Family Rituals

Rabbi Leah Citrin

The truth is, I never realized quite how many family rituals exist in my family's seder until last year when, for the first time in 24 years, I was not with them for Passover.

How Legos Turned Into a New Jewish Tradition for My Family

Deborah Goldberg

I consider myself a dedicated yet anxious Jewish mom. I’m dedicated because I would like my children to have a Jewish upbringing that connects them to our collective stories, history, and values – and I’m anxious because I’m never quite sure whether I’m accomplishing that goal.

Fun Activities for the Four Questions: Why? Oh, Why?

You call this a feast? No bread, only bitter veggies, dipping foods, sitting on pillows... The 4Qs have a job: ensure everyone is paying attention to the strange meal.

Teaching the Four Children of Passover with Video, Activities, and More

Passover is a holiday already filled with questions: Why is this night different from all other nights? Why do we dip, eat bitter herbs and recline? Why does matzah taste like that? When do we eat?

Passover Family Activity: Seder Plate Stories

Here’s an idea to help you extend your creativity into your family's Passover seder.

Two Syrian refugee sisters reuniting at the airport in Chicago

What a Syrian Refugee Family Taught Me About Freedom

Rabbi Steven Stark Lowenstein

Two Syrian refugee sisters were reunited in Chicago last week. Now they stand on the brink of a new life in a new Land of Promise.

9 Easy Seder Activities You Haven't Thought of Yet

This is the message that should permeate our seders: connecting, conversing, and asking all kinds of questions. Here are a few ways to try this out at your own seder:

I Will Shelter You

May 6, 2012

Way back in July 1990, when my daughter Katie was two years old, Ellen turned to our little girl and said, "Tell Daddy something he doesn't know." Katie whispered, smiling shyly, "Today is Mommy's birthday." Can you say doghouse?