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A Conservative Rabbi provides answers to questions about Passover.
Why is Passover eight days in the United States and seven days in Israel?
Rabbi Barry Dov Lerner is asked why Passover is eight days in the United States and seven days in Israel.
How long were Jews slaves in Egypt?
Rabbi Barry Dov Lerner is asked how long the Jews were slaves in Egypt and if the Angel of Death passed over all Jewish homes.
Why can't my Jewish husband eat flour during Passover?
Rabbi Barry Dov Lerner is asked why flour can not be eaten on Passover, given that matzo is made from flour and water.
Can I use my dishwasher during Passover if I change the racks?
Rabbi Barry Dov Lerner is asked if dishwashers can be made kosher for Passover by changing the racks.
Can Ashkenazi Jews eat tofu and soybean products during Passover?
Rabbi Barry Dov Lerner is asked if tofu and soybean products are kosher for Passover for Ashkenazi Jews.
Why is there a cup of wine for Elijah during the Passover Seder?
Rabbi Barry Dov Lerner explains why there is a cup of wine for Elijah during the Passover Seder.
Prayer with Tefillin
Should tefillin be worn while praying during the week of Passover?
Seder - Elijah's Cup
Why is a cup put out for Elijah during the Seder?
Seder - Eating Lamb
Can lamb be eaten for the Seder meal?
Kosher for Passover - Corn Syrup
Is corn syrup kosher for Passover?
Kosher for Passover - Baking Soda
Is baking soda kosher for Passover?
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