Rebbe's Hagadah

A detailed analysis of Korech according to Hillel: why matzah and maror must be eaten together, how this applies today without the Korban Pesach, and the resulting concept of a second rabbinic obligation of matzah. Includes halachic practice and minhagim. https://www.torahrecordings.com/passover-haggadah/018

An in-depth analysis of Motzi and Matzah: why Hamotzi precedes Al Achilat Matzah, the absence of Shehecheyanu, the Torah obligation of Matzah, and the debate whether eating bread on Yom Tov is Biblical or Rabbinic. https://www.torahrecordings.com/passover-haggadah/016

A comprehensive analysis of the Haggadah’s discussion of the plagues, their multiplication at the sea, and the structure of Dayenu. The Rebbe explains textual nuances, differing opinions, and the deeper order behind what appears out of sequence. https://www.torahrecordings.com/passover-haggadah/014

The Haggadah’s precise wording highlights the transformation from a small family into a distinct nation and details the depth of Egyptian oppression. Each verse is carefully chosen to emphasize growth, suffering, and Hashem’s response. https://www.torahrecordings.com/passover-haggadah/013

The Rebbe analyzes the obligation of “V’higadeta l’vincha,” clarifying when the mitzvah applies and its connection to matzah and maror. He explores textual nuances in Chazal and Rishonim, and explains how the obligation extends even without the Korban Pesach. https://www.torahrecordings.com/passover-haggadah/012

The Rebbe clarifies the structure of Hallel at the Seder, including the responsive reading of “Hodu,” the repetition of “Ana Hashem,” and the proper sequence of verses. The letter emphasizes precision in recitation and understanding the flow of Hallel as established by Chazal. https://www.torahrecordings.com/passover-haggadah/022

The Rebbe details the customs of Birkat HaMazon over the third cup and the pouring of the fourth cup, known as Kos Shel Eliyahu. He explains the meaning of opening the door and reciting “Shfoch Chamascha” as an expression of faith and anticipation of redemption. https://www.torahrecordings.com/passover-haggadah/021

The Rebbe explains the custom of eating one or two kezaytim of Afikoman to fulfill differing opinions. He reinterprets the instruction “be careful not to drink” as guidance to avoid thirst, and clarifies why maror is not repeated at the end of the meal. https://www.torahrecordings.com/passover-haggadah/020

The Rebbe outlines the customs of the Seder meal, including beginning with the egg and eating without leaning. He explains the stringency of avoiding soaked matzah and clarifies how to balance eating enough for afikoman without overeating. https://www.torahrecordings.com/passover-haggadah/019

The Rebbe clarifies the correct order of dipping maror and reciting the blessing, ensuring the bracha immediately precedes the mitzvah. He explains why charoset is not fully applied, its secondary role to maror, and explores nuances in the wording of the blessing. https://www.torahrecordings.com/passover-haggadah/017