Absolutely Everything You Need to Host a Seder A seder (ritual meal) is the central celebration of Passover, the springtime holiday that commemorates the liberation of the Jewish people from slavery more than 3,000 years ago. During Passover, Jews all over the world gather with family and friends to retell the story of the Jewish people’s Exodus from ancient Egypt and eat symbolic foods in a particular order (the Hebrew word seder literally means “order”). If you're ready to host your first seder, PJ Library has everything you need, including a haggadah, a checklist, and video walk throughs to help you host, stress-free. Related: PJ Library's Passover Hub Supplies Directions More Supplies Matzah a Haggadah Grape juice or wine Candles Seder plate Symbolic foods to go on the seder plate: A green herb, like parsley An egg (or olive, if someone has an allergy) A roasted lamb shank (or beet if you're vegetarian) Charoset A bitter vegetable Salt water Cover or bag for matzah Delicious meal to enjoy together A special cup for Elijah (and one for Miriam too if you'd like) Directions Set your symbolic foods on the seder plate and put it on the table Set your table, including two unlit candles and your cup for Elijah Open your haggadah and follow along Your haggadah will take you through each step from blessings and candle lighting to when to ask the four questions to when to serve the food. Need a super short and sweet seder for little ones or antsy adults? Try PJ Library's "Before Bedtime" seder. Relax, enjoy the evening together, and celebrate freedom TIP: Whether you try every step, or just one, all that matters is that you're trying something new to you. More 15 Minute Seder for Young Children Step-by-Step Seder video playlist Teaching Kids to Say the Four Questions