Six days had passed since we left Egypt, but our liberation was still not complete. Not until the seventh night, when the Sea of Reeds parted for us, and then drowned and destroyed our Egyptian pursuers. Only then did we feel the chains of oppression broken.
We relive that feeling of total liberation on the seventh and eighth days of Passover.
Yom Tov candles are lit (without reciting the blessing of shehejeianu), it is done Kiddush Festive meals are eaten both nights and both days. No work, driving, writing, or operating electrical devices is permitted. Cooking and carrying objects in public are allowed (except when it occurs on Shabbat).
The parting of the sea was not merely a spectacular scene; it was a clear vision of a profound cosmic order. Many relive the experience by staying up all night studying Torah and absorbing the sanctity of the moment.
During the Torah reading on the first day, the story of the Sea of Reeds is read, and everyone remains standing while the song that Moshe sang with the Jewish people after the opening is read.
On the second day, the Yizkor prayer is recited in remembrance of deceased loved ones.
On the last day of Passover, there is a special emphasis on the final liberation with the coming of the Messiah. The reading from the prophets follows the Torah reading (HaftarahHe speaks of those times. To celebrate, the Baal Shem Tov used to prepare a festive meal called Seudat Mashiach – the food of Messiah.
It takes some time until the rabbi buys back the chametz Sold for Passover. You should wait at least an hour before eating. chametz at the end of Passover.