Mizrachi SA Jewish Observer - Pesach 2016 | Page 18

SEDER SPEAK

of standing at Har Sinai? One of the answers famously
given to this question is taken from Rashi’s commentary
on Exodus 19:2, that the Jewish nations was camped
at Har Sinai “as one man, with one heart”. The Jewish
unity felt at the foot of the mountain was unparalleled.
Therefore, the composer of “dayenu” says that it would
have been enough to just experience this unity and to
thank Hashem for it.
Do we take the time to notice the small experiences,
people, and circumstances in our lives and thank
Hashem for them?
Take a moment to think of something that you are
thankful to Hashem for, that you hadn’t previously taken
notice of.

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In our seder we take this opportunity to go around the
table and each person shares something that he or she is
thankful for.
4) Vehi She’amda:
“In every generation arises those who would destroy us,
but the Holy One saves us from their hands.”
What do you think is the key to Jewish survival and continuity (both physical and spiritual)? What can we do to
ensure this continuity?
We hope that the discussion topics above will enhance
you seder experience and make it more relevant and
meaningful. And keep in mind, if they don’t work the
first time, there’s always the second seder! Pesach kasher
v’sameach! ■

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