As Pesach itself rapidly approaches, let’s discuss some Halachos relevant the Seder night itself. While the primary focus of the Seder is the retelling of the story of Yetzias Mitzraim and bringing it to life, there are a number of technical Mitzvos … Continue reading →

One important step in preparing for Pesach is Kashering. Once this was a much more significant portion of the preparations, but fortunately today’s society is much more affluent than in previous days, and most people have separate objects set aside … Continue reading →

A fascinating component of most people’s Pesach preparations is Mechiras Chametz, selling all the Chometz products. As with many issues, the various Minhagim can run the full gamut; from those who sell a freezer full of baked goods to be eaten … Continue reading →

Another interesting Pesach point is the much maligned Chumra of Kitniyos. Around 800 years ago some Ashkenazi communities began to refrain from the consumption of legumes and similar products, and over the next century of two it became the accepted … Continue reading →

Since we have entered the period of thirty days preceding Pesach when it is incumbent to commence studying its Halachos, I want to mention a number of ideas relevant the season.   The first issue to arise is cleaning for … Continue reading →