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Passover 2024 will be observed from April 22 to April 29 or 30, depending on the location. This year’s celebration is later than usual due to the lunisolar calendar, which aligns with the phases of the Moon and the Sun’s position. Passover Seder, a central part of the celebration, commemorates the Israelites’ exodus from Egypt. During the Seder, families gather for a festive meal and recite the Haggadah, a religious text that retells the story of the Exodus. Six symbolic foods are prepared to represent the Israelites’ liberation, including matzah, shank bone, egg, bitter herbs, charoset, and vegetables. Passover is a significant holiday in the Jewish calendar and is universally observed by Jews of all backgrounds.

During a Passover Seder, discussions veered into tangents, including concerns over mysticism, the ongoing war in Gaza, and the lack of gender equity. Despite these digressions, the usual traditions were mostly observed, with attendees sharing stories, prayers, and songs. The author reflects on three distinct 20-year periods of Passover Seders, each with its unique characteristics and challenges. Ultimately, the Seder serves as a time for both acknowledging suffering and celebrating freedom, with a hope for resolution and a second Seder to address any oversights.