🍞Matzah represents the haste in which the Israelites left Egypt.
🌿Bitter herbs symbolize the bitterness and hardship experienced by the Jews in Egypt.
🍷The four cups of wine represent the four expressions of redemption.
🥚The egg is a symbol of rebirth and renewal.
🔥The afikoman represents the paschal lamb sacrifice and is a reminder of the redemption from slavery.
Why do we eat matzah during Passover?
—Matzah symbolizes the unleavened bread that the Israelites ate when they left Egypt in haste.
What do the bitter herbs represent?
—The bitter herbs symbolize the bitterness and hardship experienced by the Jews during their enslavement in Egypt.
Why do we drink four cups of wine during the Seder?
—The four cups of wine represent the four expressions of redemption mentioned in the Torah.
What is the significance of the egg on the Seder plate?
—The egg is a symbol of rebirth and renewal, representing the circle of life and the hope for a better future.
What is the role of the afikoman in the Passover Seder?
—The afikoman represents the paschal lamb sacrifice and serves as a reminder of the redemption from slavery.
00:24Learn about the various elements of the Passover Seder.
02:44Understand the significance of matzah and its role in representing the haste of the Israelites' departure from Egypt.
05:16Discover the symbolism behind the bitter herbs and their connection to the hardships of slavery in Egypt.
08:35Explore the four cups of wine and their representation of the four expressions of redemption.
13:19Learn about the significance of the egg on the Seder plate and its association with rebirth and renewal.
21:50Understand the role of the afikoman in the Passover Seder and its connection to the paschal lamb sacrifice.
