bediqat ḥametz
Judaism
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Bedikath hametz is a Jewish ceremony observed on the evening before Passover. It involves searching the home for any leaven (chametz), which is prohibited during the Passover holiday. This tradition is part of the broader observance of Passover, a significant holiday in Judaism that commemorates the Hebrews' liberation from slavery in Egypt. The search for leaven is a meticulous process to ensure all traces are removed before the festival begins.123
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