With all that is happening in our country and our world, it is easy for us to get into the habit of hardening our own hearts, making it more difficult to respond to each other with patience, love and understanding.
Read MoreMiriam's cup, filled with water, is a symbol of Miriam’s Well, the source of water that nourished the Israelites as they wandered in the desert, and draws attention to the women of the Exodus story.
Read MoreLiberation begins with leaving Egypt, mitzrayim, the "narrow place." Yet, in some ways, the narrow places are comfortable and the promise of freedom's expanse can be frightening.
Read MoreIn this Haggadah supplement, Rabbi Yael offers blessings for the breaking and eating of the matzah.
Read MoreIn this supplement, Rabbi Yael suggests blessings and meditations for the four cups.
Read MoreFor your Passover celebration, a meditation from Rabbi Yael on leaving Egypt, mitzrayim, the "narrow place."
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