AKA Name | Pesach, Feast of Unleavened Bread |
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HashtagsCompiled on | #Passover |
Related Hashtags | #BringThemHomeNow, #Pesach, #Hamas, #Seder |
2025 Date | April 12, 2025 |
2026 Date | April 1, 2026 |
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Top X Posts (formerly Tweets) for Passover -Updated
Passover HistoryPassover, also known as Pesach, commemorates the liberation of the Israelites from slavery in ancient Egypt as depicted in the Book of Exodus. This observance is steeped in deep-seated traditions and rituals, among which the Seder meals, the removal of leavened items (chametz), and the reading of the Haggadah are prominent. These rituals are collectively performed to retell and relive the Exodus story, symbolizing a renewal of faith and a reaffirmation of freedom and redemption. Historically, Passover dates back to biblical times around 1300 BCE, marking it as one of the oldest Jewish observances. In Canada, home to a vibrant Jewish community, the historical significance and thematic elements of Passover resonate deeply, emphasizing themes of liberation and freedom. These include the traditional Seder meals, which utilize symbolic foods to recount the Exodus story. The observance also has a contemporary resonance, as it invites reflection on modern forms of enslavement and oppression. In Canada, Passover is observed ardently among Jewish communities - from city synagogues in Toronto and Montreal to smaller congregations across the country. While traditions can vary among different communities, many households will have a Seder meal, where specific foods are eaten, songs are sung, and the story of the Exodus is retold. Additionally, many Canadian Jews spend the weeks leading up to the start of Passover cleaning their homes of all chametz. The start of Passover typically aligns with the Jewish calendar and occurs at sunset on the 15th day of Nisan, which falls in late March or early April on the Gregorian calendar. Facts about Start of Passover
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