My People's Passover Haggadah: Traditional Texts, Modern Commentaries Volume 1

In two volumes, this empowering resource for the spiritual revival of our times enables us to find deeper meaning in one of Judaism's most beloved traditions, the Passover Seder. Rich Haggadah commentary adds layer upon layer of new insight to the age-old celebration of the journey from slavery to freedom--and makes its power accessible to all.

This diverse and exciting Passover resource features the traditional Haggadah Hebrew text with a new translation designed to let you know exactly what the Haggadah says. Introductory essays help you understand the historical roots of Passover, the development of the Haggadah, and how to make sense out of texts and customs that evolved from ancient times.

Framed with beautifully designed Talmud-style pages, My People's Passover Haggadah features commentaries by scholars from all denominations of Judaism. You are treated to insights by experts in such fields as the Haggadah's history; its biblical roots; its confrontation with modernity; and its relationship to rabbinic midrash and Jewish law, feminism, Chasidism, theology, and kabbalah.

No other resource provides such a wide-ranging exploration of the Haggadah, a reservoir of inspiration and information for creating meaningful Seders every year.

Commentators:

• David Arnow-The World of Midrash
• Carole B. Balin-Modern Haggadot
• Marc Brettler-Our Biblical Heritage
• Neil Gillman-Theologically Speaking
• Alyssa Gray-Medieval Commentators
• Arthur Green-Personal Spirituality
• Joel M. Hoffman-Translating the Haggadah
• Lawrence A. Hoffman-History of the Haggadah
• Lawrence Kushner and Nehemia Polen-Chasidic Voices
• Daniel Landes-The Halakhah of the Seder
• Wendy I. Zierler-Feminist Voices