Matzah is a dual symbol. It is called the Bread of Affliction, but it also represents freedom. You might think they are opposite ideas, but they are not.
Although the matter is still hotly debated, there is evidence indicating that the Exodus story may have taken place earlier than assumed by many archaeologists.
It is taught that the mitzvah of Korban Pesach emphasizes the unique bond between God and the Jewish people as well as the covenants that He made with us.
'This artifact has been in the country for over a thousand years, generation after generation, surviving revolutions, violence, fires and much more,' Prof. Yoram Meital told The Jerusalem Post.
Alexandria's ancient synagogue re-opened with great fanfare, yet only 20 Jews remain in a nation that was home to a thriving community less than a century ago.
This humorous yet educational video questions how the media of today would have handled the reporting on the Jewish exodus from Egypt over 3000 years ago.
Time and again, the Land of Israel reveals its hidden treasures testifying to its rich history. This time, an ancient mosaic with rare images was found in Kiryat Gat.
Although we should not abandon even the most seemingly insignificant customs of the Seder, it is appropriate to emphasize rituals that are absolutely required.
The latest archaeological find in Israel sheds light on drinking habits 5,000 years ago, when ancient Egyptians enjoyed a good beer in the same area that would one day become Tel Aviv.
One reason that God found the Jewish people worthy of redemption from Egypt was that they maintained their modest way of dress within a loose, immoral society.
