Pesach
Americannoun
noun
Usage
What is Pesach? Pesach is another name for Passover—the Jewish festival that commemorates the Exodus, the departure of the Israelites from Egypt, where they had been enslaved. It is considered one of the most important Jewish holidays. It can also be called Pesah and is sometimes referred to as the Feast of the Unleavened Bread. Jews traditionally celebrate Passover with family and friends by holding a ceremonial meal called a Seder, which consists of special symbolic dishes, including unleavened bread called matzo.
Etymology
Origin of Pesach
From the Hebrew word pesaḥ
Example Sentences
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"There's never been anyone like him," 79-year-old Pesach Levin told AFP.
From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026
He shared a photo of his Seder table to social media on Saturday evening with the message "Happy Passover and Chag Pesach Sameach!"
From Salon • Apr. 13, 2025
"You know, Pesach is the holiday of freedom," Lishay says when we meet in a park near Tel Aviv's Hostages Square.
From BBC • Apr. 11, 2025
Passover – known as Pesach in Hebrew — begins on April 22.
From Seattle Times • Apr. 20, 2024
Mordecai Winenki related with tears in his eyes how he saved his wife's honor by a hasty flight from home, and how he arrived in Kief just in time for the Pesach festival.
From Rabbi and Priest A Story by Goldsmith, Milton
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