Miriam's Cup

Several new Passover seder rituals are being adopted by Jewish familes to honor the role of Miriam, Moses's sister and the Prophetess in the Exodus, and to highlight the contributions of women to Jewish culture, both past and present.

A second cup, called Miriam's Cup, is being added to the Passover dinner table along with Elijah's Cup. Miriam's Cup is filled with water and symbolizes the miracle of Miriam's well, which sustained the Israelites during their long journey in the desert.

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charles p. freeman

10:29 04/19/2008

 

Why not set out a cup for Jochebed, Moses' mother, as well? Come on, people. Get over yourselves.

Robin Bass

21:56 04/16/2008

 

I'm very glad I found this site before Passover, as I am leading the seder and have been searching for a haggadah such as this - something short but written in a way that addresses what I want in a seder - like Miriam's cup,genderless, spiritual and fun with music, crafts, etc. Thanks