Passover 2025 began on April 12 and ended on April 20. This Jewish holiday celebrates the story of the Exodus. The Exodus is when Israelites escaped slavery in Egypt. 

Israelites didn’t have enough time for their bread to rise when trying to leave Egypt which led to people not eating food that rises during Passover. People are often prohibited from eating certain foods. Senior Ben Walter, who is Jewish, said he “can’t have foods that rise like bread or yeast.”

Passover is a popular time for Jewish families to gather and celebrate. Jewish families usually celebrate by having a special meal called a Seder. Senior Sye Hogan said that the most significant thing about Passover for him is “celebrating dinner together.”

During Passover people are encouraged to be grateful for what they have today compared to the Isrealites who fled Egypt to escape slavery. Walter said, “it’s humbling because of these advantages and privileges we have today.”

Passover is a time of remembrance for most people who celebrate it. Walter said, “you get to connect with and put ourselves in the shoes of Jews who left Egypt. Jewish people of today can understand how the Jews during that time fleeing Egypt felt.