The Passover Seder is one of the most holy meals in the Jewish religion. Check out a slideshow explaining why certain foods are required and others are forbidden.
Seder Plate Here is an example of a traditional plate used only on Passover. From the bone at the top and counter-clockwise we explain the traditional foods.
1. Z'roa: A lamb shank represents a symbolic offering to the temple.
2. Beitzah: The egg is a symbol of rebirth.
3 Maror: Bitter herbs such as horseradish signify the bitterness of enslavement.
4 Karpas: A non-bitter vegetable, here parsley, is dipped in salted water to symbolize tears.
5. Haroset: A mixture of apple, nuts and wine that represents the mortar and bricks used by the enslaved Jews.
6. Hazeret: Another bitter herb, such as romaine lettuce. Some do not use a second bitter herb.
From Reader's Digest
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