Second glass: This second cup of wine we dedicate to the power of community. The power of support, strength in numbers, unity, and hope. Please take a moment to think about the ways in which you find strength within your community. 

The Haggadah doesn’t tell the story of Passover in a linear fashion. We don’t hear of Moses being found by the daughter of Pharaoh – actually, we don’t hear much of Moses at all. Instead, we get an impressionistic collection of songs, images, and stories of both the Exodus from Egypt and from Passover celebrations through the centuries. Some say that minimizing the role of Moses keeps us focused on the miracles God performed for us. Others insist that we keep the focus on the role that every member of the community has in bringing about positive change.


haggadah Section: Maggid - Beginning