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    A NOTE ON “ISRAEL”

    Passover celebrates freedom, exemplified in the story of our Exodus from Egypt. Thatstory leads our entry into Israel—not exactly a simple redemption tale. Especially notnow, as Israelis and Palestinians continue to fight for th ...
    Introduction
    contributed by Alan Scher
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    Passover's Enduring Messa

    By RUTH R. WISSEOn Monday, millions of children will ask their parents: Why is tonight different from all other nights of the year?Children asking this question in Jewish homes aro ...
    Introduction
    contributed by N T
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    Eggs

    Eggs are prominent and pervasive on Pesah. In fact, so prevalent are they during the holiday week that one might suspect that the ancient Greek name for Pesah actually may have been Cholesterol!Let's start with the Seder Plat ...
    Introduction
    contributed by Gerald Weiss
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    Why Roasted Lamb?

    -By Rabbi Lynn Gottleib The roasted lamb symbolizes the ancient gathering of community for the freedom meal. How do we end the sacrifice of innocents?How do we ensure the peaceful future of our children and our children's childre ...
    Introduction
    contributed by Jewish Voice for Peace