Passover Party Conversation Ideas

Commemorating the story of Exodus, Passover is a Jewish celebration, and the history is fascinating to speak and hear about. For eight days in the spring, the Jewish people celebrate their freedom from slavery in Egypt. Also called the “Festival of the Unleavened Bread,” the matzo bread is its symbol.

The celebration typically begins on the 15th of March or April on the Gregorian calendar. In Israel these seven days are observed by no work and daily prayer services, as well as holiday meals. The importance of remembrance is what is mostly stressed in these Jewish commandments of Passover, specifically the remembrance of slavery and their freedom from it. The burning of the chametz can be spoken of, as it is done the evening just before Passover.

The various foods that are consumed during Passover can be spoken of fondly during celebration meals. The matzo is unleavened bread that had been historically worked in haste so that it did not have time to rise. There is also horseradish and beet relish, which is called chrain. The gefilte fish is made of ground pike or carp. Chicken soup with matzo balls is probably the most familiar dish, even to the non Jewish community. And the rice is made with saffron and raisins.

There is so much tradition tied to this particular holiday for the Jewish people, that a simple question will lead to lengthy conversation about the occasion. Many rituals will be spoken of, as well as their meanings, and a different light will be shed on this holiday as you learn of the significance and the history of it.