Nirtzah   marks the conclusion of the seder. Our bellies are full, we have had several glasses of wine, we have told stories and now it is time for the evening to come to a close. At the end of the seder, we honor the tradition of declaring, “Next year in Jerusalem!”

Though it comes at the end of the seder, this moment also marks a beginning. We are beginning the next season with a renewed awareness of the freedoms we enjoy and the obstacles we must still confront. We are looking forward to the time that we gather together again. We are ready for a future filled with meaning, new adventures and love!

What can  we do to fulfill our reckless dreams? What will be our legacy for future generations?

Our seder is over, according to Jewish tradition. As we had the pleasure to gather for a seder this year, we hope to once again have the opportunity in the years to come.  As we say…

לְשָׁנָה הַבָּאָה בִּירוּשָׁלָֽיִם

L’shana haba-ah biy’rushalayim

NEXT YEAR IN JERUSALEM!


haggadah Section: Nirtzah