Rabbi Howard Morrison

Jewish tradition teaches us that thirty days before Pesach, one should learn and teach the laws of Passover. Now that we are less than a month to Pesach, it is time to recognize the preparations needed to enter the holiday fully.

One should  begin the process of setting aside and gradually removing Chametz.

One should begin the process of knowing what utensils can be kashered for Pesach, and what utensils cannot be kashered for Pesach. 

One should  begin the process of finding our kosher for Passover utensils and getting them ready for use.

One should begin the process of affordably purchasing what is necessary for the Seder and for the rest of the holiday.

One should begin the process of pulling out the Haggadahs from previous years. Are they still the editions you prefer? Is it time to look at new presentations of the Haggadah and Seder? 

One should begin the process of knowing with whom you will sit for the Seders. Please avoid being alone if at all possible. Whether as a host or a guest, determine how you will contribute to the Seder experience physically and/or educationally. 

These are just a few suggestions as the under a month to Pesach countdown has begun.

Shabbat Shalom,
Rabbi Howard Morrison