Yachatz

Yachatz is the fourth step of our Passover Seder.

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During Yachatz, we break the middle matzah from the stack of three into two unequal pieces. The larger piece, called the Afikoman, is taken away by the host to be hidden and found later in the Seder, while the smaller piece remains on the table. This symbolic act of breaking the matzah holds deep significance in our Passover celebration. It represents the concept of humility and acknowledges the historical reality of the Israelites' impoverishment and enslavement. By breaking the matzah, we are reminded of the importance of empathy and support for the less fortunate. 


haggadah Section: Yachatz