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In a pile of three pieces of matzo, the afikoman is a half of the middle piece of the pile. In some families it is hidden by the head of the household for children to find. In others, the children hide it and the head of the household has to ransom it back.
The word afikomen means dessert. This was a 'modern' introduction into the Pesach (Passover) Seder as a way to keep the interest of the children present engaged until the end of the religious service.
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What are some special events children can do during Passover?
Sing the Mah Nishtana among other songs, find/hide the afikoman.
What is the name of the cracker which the kids look for after dinner during the Passover Seder?
The afikoman. It's a piece of matzah (specially-prepared unleavened flat bread).
When did Passover end April 2009?
The first day of Passover is April 9th 2009.The last day is Wednesday April 15th, 2009.For those living in Israel Passover is a 7 day Holiday.For those living in the diaspora Passover lasts 8 days and ends on April 16th 2009. Actually, Passover eve starts at sundown on April 8th, 2009. The first actual day of Passover is April 9th, 2009.On a side note: The first seder is April 8th, 2009 and the second seder (For those outside of Israel) is April 9th, 2009. For this seven day period you are not allowed to eat "Chametz" (Anything with bread in it) Seder means order. There are 14 steps you must perform 'in order' on the seder night. These steps include: The seder meal, washing your hands with out saying a prayer, washing your hands with saying a prayer and looking for the Afikoman. (The Afikoman is a piece of matzo that you break of and hide during the seder meal and at the end of the seder the children look for the Afikoman. Who ever finds the Afikoman is rewarded.)
What is the traditional name for the piece of matzo that the children must find?
the afikoman
Why is the afikomen hidden?
From Wikipedia:'In some families, the head of the household hides the afikoman for the children to find, and rewards them with money or candy. In other families, the children "steal" the afikoman and ask for a reward for its return. Either way, the afikoman has become a device for keeping children awake and alert during the Seder proceedings, until the time it is needed for dessert.' For a complete tretis on the afikomen follow the link
Is Passover connected with Passover?
Yes.
Where was the first passover?
The first Passover was in Egypt
How do you say Passover in french?
Passover is called "Pessa'h" in French. This is not a French word, but comes from Hebrew.
What is the correct wish for Passover - Is it Blessed Passover?
In Hebrew it is: Chag Pesach sameach In English it is: Happy Passover
When should a Passover gift arrive?
Before Passover.
Is there a sentence for passover?
"It's time to get ready for Passover."
In what country did Passover start?
The 1st passover was in Egypt.
