Yachatz: Dividing the Middle Matzah

The passover story contains many examples of hiddenness/brokeness  and the struggle to be recognized and live freely.  At this moment we  break the middlle matzah in half  and hide one of its halves.  As we do so,   we recognize the struggle of dual identity many LGBTQIA+  individuals face.  When we are not free to live as we are, we live in a divided and hidden way, compartmentalizing our selves in order to survive. 

Silently break the middle matzah.

Set the larger piece as the afikoman and wrap it in a napkin.

The smaller piece is saved for the hamotzi (a blessing).


haggadah Section: Yachatz