Passover, also known as Pesach, is primarily celebrated by Jewish people worldwide. It commemorates the liberation of the Israelites from slavery in Egypt, as described in the biblical Book of Exodus. The holiday marks the "passing over" of the homes of the Israelites during the tenth plague, when the Angel of Death spared their firstborns
. Passover is observed by Jews through various rituals, including the Seder meal, which involves storytelling, prayers, and symbolic foods such as matzah (unleavened bread) and bitter herbs. The festival lasts seven days in Israel and eight days in the Jewish diaspora, typically falling in the spring around March or April
. Besides mainstream Rabbinic Judaism, Passover is also celebrated by groups such as the Samaritans and Karaite Jews, who have their own variations of the holiday based on different calendars and traditions
. In summary, Passover is celebrated by:
- Jewish families and communities worldwide
- Samaritans, who have a similar Passover holiday
- Karaite Jews, with distinct observance practices
It is one of the most significant Jewish holidays, uniting millions in remembrance of freedom and faith
