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A Night of Questions: A Passover Haggadah

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Rabbis Joy Levitt and Michael Strassfeld have spent several years updating the Haggadah of the Reconstructionist movement, which was last revised in 1941. This Haggadah, which sold out of its first printing of 15,000 copies, in just a few weeks, offers more of a narrative story for the Passover seder (more of a story than the rabbinical commentary format that is found in more traditional haggadot). It also offers the family gender neutral language, does not refer to the Hebrews as a "chosen people", has the story of the four children instead of the four sons, and includes new traditions, such as "Miriam's cup."

Seders too often fall into a routine, with everyone slogging through the Hagaddah by rote. This is a lively, thought-provoking Hagaddah that will broaden and deepen your appreciation of Passover. It certainly has for my family.

I have conducted sedorim (seders) for over 30 years and have used five different haggadot. This is the BEST! It explains, offers excellent commentary, provides choices in the kind of seder one might have, as well as providing frameworks for designing your own. I have used it for 2 years now and get rave reviews from the people who attend my sedorim.

The cd of the music of Pesach which is available, is a favorite as we prepare our home for the holiday.

It sure beats "Manishewitz".

A Night of Questions provides a multitude of choices for creating a seder that will be thoroughly enjoyable for your family and friends. You can use one of the four suggested seder outlines ("traditional"; one for groups with small children; another for groups that include guests from different traditions; and one that focuses on the role of women) or adapt the readings to your own needs, as I did two years ago. It was the best seder I've ever been part of! Hebrew songs are transliterated so everyone can join in. The amazing color illustrations are a visual delight.

I find this new Haggadah just magnificent. The art is really amazing, the language and advice and commentary is just what I would have written (if I had the time, learning, sechel, etc.) I am really happy with it. It's brilliant.

this haggada should add a twist to your passover seder + it makes a great read on its own... the writing is poetic, clever, and insightful. both levitt and strassfeld lend the age-old tale a colorful (yes, the illustrations are great!) and refreshing approach. you can use this as a guide or as a supplement to the rituals already in place + it makes a great gift to a visitor at your seder table.

I was as intrigued and inspired by this Haggadah as any reviewer. I was taken aback and jolted out of my spiritual reverie when during the seder we read a passage that lamented Pharoah not responding to the Jewish 'intifada'. So, the authors compared the defiance of 450 years of Jewish slavery to the Palestinian uprising of our time. In using the word, 'Intifada' the authors had to intend for the audience to draw parallels between both uprisings, thus making a bold political statement that alienated myself and others at the table. I wouldn't recommend this Hagaddah unless one has strong leftist tendencies vis a vis Israeli politics and can stomach that kind of comparison being made during one's Passover seder.

I love this Haggadah. Whether I am teaching about Passover, leading a seder, or participating in a seder, this is one of the best resources. The use of questions in this night already devoted to questions is remarkable. If you only have one Haggadah, this will cover all your bases; if you use many, this is a must have!

A Night Of Questions is accessible, hands-on and beautifully illustrated. Written so children can understand, this haggadah is a must-have for every Jewish home.

Hello. If you are looking for a Haggadah that will keep you and your family's attention, including you're kids, then read this and use it this Passover. My kids, Jenny and Roderick, are in LOVE with the amazing haggadah. They love all the colors. Buy this to make you're family happy. It sure did it for me.