Archive reveals photos of Passover celebrations from Israel’s first decades
Keren Kayemet LeIsrael-Jewish National Fund (KKL-JNF) reveals rare images depicting how the celebration of Passover was observed in young Israel, between 1940-1980
A series of incredible archive photographs detailing Passover celebrations in the early years of Israel’s modern history has been released.
The images, shared by Keren Kayemet LeIsrael-Jewish National Fund (KKL-JNF) showcase the baking of matzah, the search for chametz, the Passover Seder, and the holiday processions.
A spokesperson for KKL JNF said: “The images reveal to us the beautiful Israel of the past alongside the tradition that has remained unchanged to this day”.
Established in 1920, the archive houses 180,000 prints and slides in colour and black-and-white. Capturing around 100 years of photography, it incorporates key episodes in the history of Jewish settlement and life in the land of Israel.
From reclaiming land, building new communities, the pioneers, early cities and moshav farming communities, to ceremonies, festivals, immigrant absorption, distinguished figures and Zionist Congresses.
Click here to find out more about the archive.
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