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Commentary
The leader of the Seder makes kiddush, the blessing on the wine.
L'kadesh means to sanctify, or to make holy. Holy means something
is special and connected to God. We make Kiddush, a blessing on
wine, to show that this is a special day, and that the Jewish people
are a special nation.
Wine is used because it is something special, not ordinary like soda
or juice. It also can make people happy.
We each fill each other's cups as if we were being served - this is to
say how important each person at the Seder is. You can help pour
too!
Everyone, even children, should drink 4 cups of wine (or grape juice)
at the Seder. After Kiddush, everyone drinks the first cup while
leaning to the left.
One who knows?
Why do we lean while we drink? That looks silly!
Answer:
In the olden days, in the time of the Romans, wealthy people
used to eat while lying on couches. At the Seder, when we are
celebrating our freedom from slavery, we lean to symbolize
our status as free men and women (and children)!
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