From sumptuous engravings to stick-figure sketches, Passover Haggadahs − and their art − have been evolving for centuries

A scholar highlights some of the most interesting versions of the Passover text and how they’ve met communities’ changing needs around the world.

By: Rebecca J.W. Jefferson, University of Florida, The Conversation

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Published: April 1, 2026

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Last Updated: 4 months ago

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By Rebecca J.W. Jefferson, University of Florida

The Jewish festival of Passover recalls the biblical story of the Israelites enslaved by Egypt and their miraculous escape. During a ritual feast known as a Seder, families celebrate this ancient story of deliverance, with each new generation reminded to never take freedom for granted.

Every year, a written guide known as a “Haggadah” is read at the Seder table. The core text comprises a description of …

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