In the Jewish religion, the Passover is one of the holiest of days, and the
Passover meal (called a Seder) contains foods that have historical meaning to the
Hebrew people.
Haroseth (a mixture of chopped walnuts, wine, cinnamon
and apples, represents the mortar the Jewish slaves used to
assemble the Pharaoh's bricks).Parsley (dipped in salt water to remind them of the tears of
the Hebrew slaves).Roasted egg (a symbol of spring when they left Egypt).Shank Bone (to represent the sacrificial lamb).Bitter Herbs (reflects the bitterness of their years of bondage
under Pharaoh).God instituted this particular celebration when He delivered His people from the
bondage of Pharaoh.
ìAnd they shall eat the flesh (of a slain lamb) in that night, roast
with fire, and unleavened bread; and with bitter herbs they shall
eat itÖAnd thus shall ye eat it; with your loins girded, your shoes
on your feet, and your staff in your hand; and ye shall eat it in
haste: it is the LORD'S passover.î Exodus 12:8 & 11
To protect Godís people, the blood of the slain lamb was applied to the
doorposts of the homes of the Hebrews. That very night the LORD judged all the
false gods of Egypt while at the same time protecting His chosen people by the
blood of the lamb.