Jewish and Israeli Holidays
“By celebrating our distinct heritage and embracing our shared values, we can build a stronger and more vibrant global Jewish community,” said Ronald S. Lauder, president of the World Jewish Congress.
Israel’s internal debate will not detract one iota from our determination and ability to act against our enemies, the prime minister said.
Oksana Markarova hailed U.S. Jewish support before the start of a celebratory seder for diplomats, during which she noted Chassidic leader Reb Nachman of Breslov.
In time for Passover, the online resources include a large selection of Haggadot in the Sephardic tradition, available for download.
The non-Jewish member of the trio has even started celebrating Passover.
“Going from slavery to freedom has become the universal theme of liberation for all people, Jews and non-Jews alike,” states Israel’s ambassador to the United Nations.
A bit of creativity can make matzah fun for the whole family.
“This year, in the face of particularly high levels of need, together with our partners, we will be helping over 250,000 people,” said Yael Eckstein, president of the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews.
“This is not a seder,” said Peggy Shapiro of StandWithUs. “This event is meant to tell the story of the extraordinary journey from slavery to freedom.”
“On seder night, you will sit with your families. You will argue a little, not too much, you will reach agreements. This is our goal, to reach agreements,” said the Israeli prime minister.
The legislation reverses a Supreme Court ruling from last year.
The average household tosses $1,927 worth of groceries each year, says Leket Israel.
