Leaning

Study Notes

מצווה of the סדר

The מצווה of the סדר is primarily related to the observance of the Pesach holiday and the retelling of the Exodus story.
It emphasizes ritual actions and symbolic foods that enhance the Passover experience.

Discussion of הסיבה

Discussions regarding when הסיבה (leaning) is required can be found in the Talmud, specifically in tractates that focus on Passover rituals.

Link of הסיבה

הסיבה is clearly linked to the themes of freedom and nobility, as it reflects the way free individuals eat.

Demonstration of סדר ליל

הסיבה acts as a physical demonstration of freedom during the Seder night, emphasizing the distinction between slaves and the free.

Pesach Theme in גמרא

The theme of liberation from slavery is introduced in the גמרא, highlighting the importance of remembering one's past.

Name for Pesach

One of the names for Pesach, according to tradition, is "Chag HaMatzot", highlighting its association with unleavened bread.

Leaning for First 2 Cups of Wine

Leaning for the first two cups of wine may be required to emphasize the freedom being celebrated and enact the spirit of liberation.

Not Leaning for Last 2 Cups of Wine

For the last two cups of wine, some may not need to lean as the focus can shift from the act of freedom to the fulfillment of tradition and completion of the Seder.

Dispute on Freedom Aspect

There is a dispute regarding which aspect of freedom should be commemorated through leaning; opinions vary on whether it should represent physical liberation or spiritual redemption.

Consequence of Forgetting to Lean

If someone forgets to lean for one of the four cups, they may be deemed to have not fully engaged in the act of commemorating freedom, impacting the Seder's observance.

Rabbi Asher ben Yechiel (Rosh) View

Rabbi Asher ben Yechiel emphasizes the importance of leaning for all four cups to fully embody and express the theme of freedom during the Seder.

Description

Explore the גמרא discussion on when leaning is required while eating or drinking specific items, as part of the מצוה of the סדר. This quiz delves into the details mentioned in מסכת פסחים דף קח עמוד א a108 of the Pesachim Masekhet.