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The Seder Plate
The placement and symbolism of the items on the seder plate.
Rules for Passover
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Passover 2025
In 2025, the first seder will be held on the evening of Saturday, April 12.
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Summary
In this Torah portion, God describes the laws of animal sacrifice. God explains the different sacrifices that atone for guilt or sins, and distinguishes between sins committed inadvertently and sins committed on purpose.
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Parashat Vayikra: I Give, Therefore I Love
This Torah portion teaches that it’s better to give than receive.
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Daf Yomi
Sanhedrin 105
Balaam’s ultimate fate.
Sanhedrin 104
Weeping, weeping.
Sanhedrin 103
Repentance at God’s throne.
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Our weekly Shabbat newsletter, Recharge, features a thoughtful, timely essay to enrich your Shabbat. Here are a few of our recent pieces:
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