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Why is Passover observed for eight days in America, but only seven in Israel?

April 26, 2017America days Israel passover seven

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Why is Passover observed for eight days in America, but only seven in Israel?

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This custom dates back to the Sanhedrin (ancient high court) determining the calendar and dispensing the information to Jews in the Holy Land and in Diaspora communities. Jews continue to do it today because it reinforces the distinction of living in Israel and living outside of it.