Festivals of Faith: Passover

"Passover (in Hebrew, Pesach) is one of the most important and elaborate celebrations of the Jewish year. As it began more than 3,000 years ago and continues to the present day, it is also one of the oldest festivals known to history ... "

"Jewish families on Wednesday will again recount the 10 plagues from the Book of Exodus. Only this year will be a little different. Religious ritual holds power not only because it connects people gathered in one..."

"As the oldest of the world's three major monotheistic religions, Judaism has survived centuries of trial and transformation, all while consistently maintaining a considerable following and identity..."

"The Jewish faith is an ancient religion filled with a remarkable history, meaningful rituals, and a mandate from God to do good in the world. Although small in number, Jews have influenced events in world history for almost four thousand years. The religion's beginnings are discussed along with core beliefs, common practices, and challenges for the future..."

"Passover, Hebrew Pesaḥ or Pesach, in Judaism, holiday commemorating the Hebrews’ liberation from slavery in Egypt and the “passing over” of the forces of destruction, or the sparing of the firstborn of the Israelites, when the Lord “smote the land of Egypt” on the eve of the Exodus.."