haggadah

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Noun haggadah has 1 sense

Haggadah, Haggada, Hagada - Talmudic literature that does not deal with law but is still part of Jewish tradition
--₁ is a kind of Talmudic literature

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Term: Haggadah

Definition:

A Haggadah is a Jewish text that sets forth the order and content of the Passover Seder. It recounts the story of the Exodus from Egypt and includes prayers, blessings, and songs.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun - A printed book or booklet containing the text of the Passover story and rituals.

Sample Sentence: The family gathered around the table, each holding a Haggadah, ready to begin the Passover Seder.

Sense 2:

Noun - The traditional religious service and ceremonial dinner that marks the beginning of Passover.

Sample Sentence: We attended a beautiful Haggadah at the local synagogue, where we celebrated Passover with the community.

Sense 3:

Noun - A unique, local or family-specific Haggadah created to introduce personal touches and traditions.

Sample Sentence: Grandma Sarah passed down her handwritten Haggadah, filled with family recipes and stories, making our Passover Seder even more meaningful.