The Schechter Haggadah

The Schechter Haggadah: Art, History and Commentary presents a fascinating discussion and analysis of the historical development of each aspect of the Seder, from the development of the Mah Nishtanah to the use of horseradish as maror, to the larger question of how new seder rituals were established and infused with meaning. Along with the traditional Hebrew text and English commentary, The Schechter Haggadah is adorned with over 100 illuminations from Haggadot from the medieval and modern periods. The Schechter Haggadah, written by educator and Talmud instructor Dr. Joshua Kulp, with illuminations edited by Professor David Golinkin, President of the Schechter Institute of Jewish Studies, is a 'must-have' volume for anyone interested in understanding the rich traditions of the Seder. This Haggadah presents a fascinating discussion and analysis of the historical development of each aspect of the Seder, from the development of the Mah Nishtanah to the use of horseradish as maror, to the larger question of how new Seder rituals were established and infused with meaning. The Schechter Haggadah also includes 115 illustrations from medieval and modern haggadot, accompanied by historical, halakhic and artistic explanations.

“"... some new haggadot provide unique commentary, others contain innovative liturgy and practice Only rarely does a haggadah appear that is truly remarkable. The Schechter Haggadah is indeed a remarkable haggadah" -- Tradition Seforim (online)”

"If you are interested in reading about the historical underpinnings of the major customs of the Seder night and at the same enjoying an astounding collection of Haggada illustrations, then The Schechter Haggadah: Art, History and Commentary is for you" -- The Jerusalem Post
"Alternately poignant and provocative, and sometimes even funny, the art, selected by Schechter Institute President David Golinkin, seems certain to aid the authors in their goal of reminding readers that the purpose of the Seder is not simply to speed-read an ancient book and eat a festive meal" -- The Forward
"The Schechter Haggadah is . in essence three books: the Haggadah text with beautiful illuminations; some 50 pages of Jewish artwork through the ages on Passover themes, some serious, some lighthearted, all of it awe-inspiring; and more than 120 pages of learned commentary fit for the beginner and scholar alike. There is enough here to spur yom tov discussions for several years." -- The Jewish Week

Rabbi David Golinkin was born and raised in Arlington, Virginia. He made aliyah in 1972, earning a B.A. in Jewish History and two teaching certificates from The Hebrew University in Jerusalem. He received an M.A. in Rabbinics and a Ph.D. in Talmud from the Jewish Theological Seminary of America where he was also ordained as Rabbi. Dr. Joshua Kulp is a co-founder of the Conservative Yeshiva in Jerusalem, where he has taught Talmud and Halakhah for over a decade. He holds a Ph.D. in Talmudic Studies from Bar Ilan University and has published numerous articles on the Seder and other subjects in leading academic journals. Dr. Kulp is the author of The Schechter Haggadah: Art, History and Commentary.

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