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Passover and the Feast of Unleavened Bread are two significant holidays with deep roots in the story of Exodus. They are closely related, yet distinct, which can sometimes lead to confusion about their timing and observance.
Key Differences
- Passover (Pesach): Celebrated on the 14th day of Nisan, this holiday commemorates the Israelites' escape from Egyptian slavery. It is marked by the Seder meal, rich in symbolism and tradition, reflecting on freedom and divine protection.
- Feast of Unleavened Bread (Chag HaMatzah): Begins on the 15th of Nisan, immediately after Passover, and lasts for seven days. It commemorates the haste of the Israelites' departure from Egypt, symbolized by the consumption of unleavened bread (matzah), as they had no time to let their bread rise.
- Firstfruits reflects on God’s provision and the hope for future abundance, celebrated by recognizing the first yield of the harvest.
Why the Confusion?
- Overlapping Themes: Both holidays celebrate aspects of the Exodus, with unleavened bread playing a central role in each. This overlap, along with their consecutive timing, can blur the lines between them.
- Scriptural References: The terms "Passover" and "unleavened bread" are sometimes used together in the Bible, linking the events closely in the collective memory and practice (especially in the NT).
New Testament Perspective
The New Testament further intertwines these holidays, especially in the context of Jesus’ Last Supper, which is described as a Passover meal. This has led to debates about whether the events are interchangeable, given their deep symbolic connections to Jesus as the "Lamb of God."
Distinguishing the Holidays
- Passover focuses on the sacrificial lamb and the act of liberation from slavery, marked by the Seder on the 14th of Nisan.
- The Feast of Unleavened Bread follows for seven days, emphasizing the haste of the Israelites' escape and the purity symbolized by unleavened bread.
Preparing for Passover 2025
In 2025, Passover begins at sunset on Saturday, April 12, which is the 14th of Nisan on the biblical calendar.
To honor the tradition of having your home completely chametz-free before the Passover meal, you’ll want to begin removing leaven on Friday evening, April 11—as the 14th of Nisan begins at sunset.
🧹 Don’t be confused by the calendar!
The biblical day starts at sunset, so the 14th of Nisan begins Friday evening, not Saturday morning. That means Friday night (April 11) is the time to finish clearing out all leaven and prepare your heart and home for this powerful appointed time.
✨ 2025 Spring Feast Dates
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Friday, April 11 (Evening): Begin removing chametz (leaven)
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Saturday, April 12 (Evening): Passover begins (14th of Nisan)
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Sunday, April 13–20: Feast of Unleavened Bread (15th–21st of Nisan)
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Sunday, April 20: Feast of Firstfruits (Yom HaBikkurim)
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Sunday, June 8: Feast of Weeks (Shavuot / Pentecost – 50 days after Firstfruits)
Jesus in the Biblical Holidays Book
These moedim (appointed times) are beautiful pictures of God’s redemptive plan—and each one points us to the Messiah. From the spotless Lamb to the resurrection harvest, this season is rich with meaning.
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