A new kind of Haggadah

Ruty Korotaev uncovers the origins behind the New Hoffert Haggadah, which was illustrated by fine artist and clinical psychologist, Esther Gelcer.

A humanistic, yet traditional, haggadah

Barbara Silverstein speaks with Paul and Brenda Hoffert, who have created a new family haggadah that is humanistic, but still retains the traditional Hebrew songs and prayers.

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