Passover Haggadah Simplified (Must Haves)

A guide to the essential prayers and rituals of the Passover Seder.

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    Passover Seder Steps

    This is a list of the traditional order of the Passover Seder, recited during the Pesach (Passover) celebration to guide participants through the various steps and rituals of the Seder meal.

    - סֵדֶר פֶּסַח

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    Kadesh (Weekday)

    The Pesach Kiddush for a weekday is recited at the beginning of the Passover Seder during the Festival of Unleavened Bread, marking the sanctification of the holiday and acknowledging the Israelites' liberation from Egypt.

    - קִדּוּשׁ לְפֶסַח בְּחוֹל המוֹעֵד

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    Kadesh (Shabbat)

    The Pesach Kiddush for Shabbat is recited on the first night of Passover when it coincides with Shabbat. It sanctifies both the holiday of Passover and the Shabbat, celebrating the themes of freedom and rest.

    - קידוש לפסח - שבת

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    Shehecheyanu

    The "Shehecheyanu" blessing is recited to express gratitude for experiencing a new or special occasion, such as holidays, eating a new fruit, or wearing new clothes for the first time.

    - שֶׁהֶחֱיָנוּ

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    Shehecheyanu Alternative Version

    The "Shehecheyanu" blessing is recited to express gratitude for reaching a significant or joyous occasion, such as during Jewish holidays, when performing a mitzvah for the first time, or when experiencing something new and special.

    - שֶׁהֶחֱיָנוּ

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    Karpas

    The Karpas blessing is recited during the Passover Seder before eating a vegetable, usually parsley or celery, dipped in salt water, symbolizing the tears of the Israelites during their enslavement in Egypt.

    - בִּרְכַּת קַרְפַּס

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    Magid - Ha Lachma Anya

    The "Ha Lachma Anya" is recited during the Passover Seder as an invitation to all who are hungry to join and partake in the meal, symbolizing the bread of affliction eaten by the Israelites in Egypt. It also expresses a hope for future freedom and a return to the Land of Israel.

    - הָא לַחְמָא עַנְיָא

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    Magid - Ma Nishtana

    Ma Nishtana, also known as the Four Questions, is recited by the youngest at the Passover Seder to inquire about the differences between this night and all other nights, highlighting the unique customs of the Seder.

    - מַה נִּשְׁתַּנָּה

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    Magid - Avadim Hayinu (Nusach)

    This passage, "Avadim Hayinu," is recited during the Magid section of the Passover Seder. It recounts the story of the Israelites' enslavement in Egypt and their subsequent liberation by God, emphasizing the importance of retelling the Exodus story.

    - מַגִּיד - עֲבָדִים הָיִינוּ

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    Magid - Avadim Hayinu Sing-Along

    "Avadim Hayinu" is a song traditionally sung during the Passover Seder, recounting the transformation of the Jewish people from slavery to freedom, and celebrating their liberation from Egypt.

    - מגיד - עֲבָדִים הָיִינוּ

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    Magid - The Story of the Five Rabbis

    This passage recounts the story of five rabbis, including Rabbi Eliezer and Rabbi Akiva, who gathered in Bnei Brak to discuss the Exodus from Egypt throughout the night, symbolizing the importance of retelling the story during the Passover Seder until morning.

    - מַעֲשֶׂה בַּחֲמִשָּׁה רַבָּנִים

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    Magid - The Four Sons Sing-Along

    This prayer is part of the Passover Haggadah, where it introduces the section about the Four Sons, each representing different attitudes towards learning and understanding the story of the Exodus. It is recited during the Passover Seder to highlight the importance of addressing each child's unique way of engaging with the tradition.

    - מַגִּיד - אַרְבָּעָה בָּנִים

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    Rachtzah

    The blessing "Al Netilat Yadayim" is recited during the ritual washing of hands, which is typically performed before eating bread as part of a meal.

    - רָחְצָה

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    Motzi Matzah

    The "Motzi-Matzah" blessing is recited during the Passover Seder before eating matzah, the unleavened bread, as a fulfillment of the commandment to eat matzah on Passover.

    - הַמּוֹצִיא מַצָּה

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    Blessing for Eating Maror

    This blessing is recited during the Passover Seder before consuming maror, the bitter herbs, which symbolize the bitterness of slavery in Egypt.

    - עַל אֲכִילַת מָרוֹר

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