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What couldn't be eaten at Passover?
Lamb
Salt
Leaven
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Exo 12:19
When celebrating Passover, no trace of leavened bread is allowed. In Exodus 12:19, God emphasizes this restriction to signify purity and holiness as His people prepared for liberation. What’s intriguing is that leaven often symbolizes corruption or sin in biblical texts. Just as a little yeast can cause great dough to rise, so too can a small amount of negativity and moral failings spread in an individual's life and community.
During Passover, starting from the custom of looking for leaven, Jewish households perform a ritual called "Bedikat Chametz"—searching their homes for crumbs or signs of leaven. This practice has rich echoes in various settings, illustrating a deep commitment to spiritual preparation. The removal of leaven symbolizes a break from the past—their years of slavery in Egypt.
Beyond this, it’s fascinating to note how these regulations have transcended time. Early Christians, celebrating Easter with bread—it transforms into the notable "unleavened bread" associated with the communion practice, connecting believers back to this ancient observance. Just think, while around the world today, countless gatherings share bread in remembrance, they unconsciously echo this rich, leaven-free Passover tradition and its deep commitment to new beginnings.
So, consider the enduring metaphor of leaven as you connect with our shared history—it's not just about food restrictions; it connects us with containment, introspection, and the refreshing potential of renewal in our lives!
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