Fwd: At-Home Pesach Seder

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From: Chabad of Northbrook <info@chabadnorthbrook.com>
Date: Tue, Apr 7, 2020, 11:48 AM
Subject: At-Home Pesach Seder
To: agentemes4@gmail.com <agentemes4@gmail.com>

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Everything You Need For An At-Home-Seder

Dear Friend,  Well this is highly odd! Who would have imagined spending Pesach all cooped up in our homes? Well I know who, G-d – Himself! In fact, this is not the first time – it is the way it was way back when in Egypt! The name of the holiday – Passover – is a tribute to when G-d passed over our homes and rescued us from the plague. This year we will recreate that experience!   While we are sitting at home and trying to figure this out, let us reflect on the power of 1 tiny microbe from a faraway place and the enormous impact it is having on so many lives. If that unseen force can wreak so much havoc, think about how much good each of us can do – even while we are sheltered in place.   Let's take this opportunity to bolster our faith in  G-d  – strengthen our community ties – we can't be near each other, so let's be close with one another – we can't sit together, so let's join together and show the world how to come together!   While you eat your Shmura Matzos – think about the bond they create with our people throughout the world – this year even more than in years past – we are truly united in our efforts to repel the darkness with additional light.   So be happy! Be positive – know that as our ancestors barricaded themselves in their homes to avoid the plague only to see the liberation in the morning – we too will see great miracles!   With coronavirus curtailing travel plans and social interactions, many are facing the prospect of celebrating Passover alone. In response to those asking for guidance on how to prepare for their Seder for the first time, Below is a list of To-Dos & FAQs. As always - and especially now - I am available for you and your family in whatever way you need. Please don't hesitate to reach out! May G-d grant our world healing real soon, and especially the ultimate healing — the coming of Moshiach! Sincerely, Rabbi Meir Moscowitz Rabbi Shua Greenspan PS You can sell your Chometz online using this quick form.  PPS Read about our pre-Pesach activities in the news as featured on WBBM and in the Sun-Times.  Leading your own seder is a lot simpler than it seems. Why? Because you have your cheat sheet right in front of you. A standard Haggadah has all the instructions and guidance necessary to walk through the 15 steps of the Seder like a pro. So just pull out your haggadah and read through it in advance. Want to have some witty and wise thoughts to share with your (truncated) crowd of participants? Start with a treasury of Seder insights. Here is what you'll need for the Seder: Haggadah booklets Matzah (handmade shmurah matzah is ideal) Wine or grape juice Marror (bitter herbs, typically romaine lettuce and grated horseradish) Vegetable for dipping Saltwater (yep, just salt and water) Food for your Passover feast (make sure its kosher for Passover and does not contain roast meat) Roasted bone (Chabad custom is a chicken neck, which may be easier to procure than a lamb shank) Charoset Eggs Cutlery (either disposable or kosher for Passover) More: Full Seder Shopping List Can you suggest some ballpark quantities? Wine: Every individual needs to drink four cups of wine or grape juice, so a bottle of wine per person per Seder is a safe bet. (If you have small, 3 oz. cups, a single bottle should just be enough for two nights.) Matzah: If you are alone, 3 matzahs for each evening will cover you just fine. You should factor in an additional two matzahs per additional participant, as well as some extra for snacking during the meal. (There are various customs of exactly how much matzah to eat, and some matzahs are thicker and bigger than others. These estimates assume you will be using round matzah, which is somewhat larger than square, but better to err on the side of caution.) Marror: Each person needs to have two portions of maror (one eaten alone and one as part of the korech sandwich), each one at least 2/3rds of an ounce (total). Preparing two ounces per person per night will have you covered. Vegetables and Saltwater and Charoset: Even a minimal amount will do (in fact you should eat less than an olive-bulk of the dipping vegetable). Roasted bone: Is not eaten at all, so you just need one per seder plate. Egg: One egg per seder plate is fine. Some have the custom to eat the egg during the meal. If this is the case, prepare a few extra. Feast Food: Bear in mind that you will be eating after having imbibed two cups of wine, and lots of matzah and marror, so you may not be too hungry. Can you suggest a Haggadah I can print online? Choose from a number of options. Pick one to fit your style and print as many as you need. Print my Haggadah Essential Seder Recipes Here are some essential recipes for your at-home-seder. For further information, including FAQ's for at-home-seders, see here. Lubavitch Chabad of Northbrook• Email: rabbi@chabadnorthbrook.com• Phone: 847-564-8770 • www.ChabadNorthbrook.com

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