We sanctify the fifteenth of Nissan, the first day of Passover, by resting on that day—defined as abstaining from any creative work, with the exception of work needed for food purposes.
This mitzvah commands us to treat the first day of Passover as a sacred day of rest, refraining from labor. It is a day to commemorate the Exodus from Egypt and to begin the festival with holiness, reflection, and joy. While work is forbidden, food preparation necessary for the festival is permitted. The rest on this day sets the tone for the entire festival, highlighting Hashem’s redemption and Israel’s freedom from bondage.
Commentary & Classical Explanation:
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