Passover in a pandemic

The World

Passover begins April 8 and the first night is usually celebrated with a large family meal. Under pandemic circumstances, many of these celebrations will be happening online instead. From Montreal, Emma Jacobs reports on why Jewish leaders have struggled with the idea of virtual seders, and how the pandemic has resonated with the religious meaning of the holiday. 

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