Passover preparations are in effect in Wilmington

WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY)–As Christians observe Holy Week leading up to Easter, members of the Jewish faith are preparing to mark Passover, which begins at sundown Wednesday.

The holiday commemorates the Exodus of the Israelites from slavery in ancient Egypt and will be observed through April 9. During the eight-day observance, many Jewish families follow traditions that include abstaining from leavened products and eating unleavened bread, known as matzah.

At the Chabad of Wilmington on Market Street, Rabbi Moshe Lieblich is preparing for the holiday.

Lieblich said Passover is not only about retelling an important story, but also about reflection and personal growth.

“The lesson of Passover is not just an ancient story, but also a way to personalize — by getting out of our own internal boxes and limitations, and trying something new and different,” said Lieblich.

A Passover Seder meal typically features other symbolic foods including shank bone, roasted egg, and bitter herbs.