Why is maror (bitter herbs) set on the Seder tray and served at the Sedar meal?
(The Sedar is a special service held on the first night of Passover and repeated on the 2nd night by those who observe the 2nd day of the festival as a full holiday. Maror, most often served in the form of horseradish, symbolizes the bitter lot of the Israelites during their enslavement in Egypt. Chapter 10 addresses the holiday of Shavuot. Chapter 11 addresses The High Holidays, Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur. These are purely religious holidays, which celebrate G-ds role as Ruler of the universe. They emphasize morality, self-examination, spirituality, and holiness. Chapter 12 addresses the holidays of Sukkot, Shemini Atzeret, and Simchat Tora. Chapter 13 addresses the holiday of Chanuka (or Hanukkah, as most know it). Chapter 14 addresses the holiday of Purim. Chapter 15 addresses Minor Observances. Chapter 16 is General Questions. In summary, although I have noted a few flaws in this book, the lack of gender neutrality being one, I am giving it 5 stars because it is so comprehensive a
