Matzo
Matzo
Matzo (pronunciation: /ˈmɑːtsoʊ/; also spelled Matzah or Matza) is a type of unleavened bread traditionally eaten by Jews during the week-long Passover holiday.
Etymology
The word "Matzo" originates from the Hebrew word מַצָּה, which means "unleavened bread". It is related to the Aramaic word מצה, which also means "unleavened bread".
Description
Matzo is made from flour and water, and it is traditionally baked quickly to prevent the dough from rising. The result is a thin, crisp bread that is often described as tasting similar to a cracker. Matzo is a central part of the Passover Seder, where it is eaten to commemorate the Israelites' hasty departure from Egypt, which did not allow time for their bread to rise.
Related Terms
- Passover: A Jewish holiday commemorating the liberation of the Israelites from Egyptian slavery.
- Seder: A ritual feast that marks the beginning of the Jewish holiday of Passover.
- Unleavened bread: Bread made without yeast, which is a symbol of purity in many religious traditions.
- Hebrew: A Semitic language native to Israel, in which the original term for Matzo is derived.
See Also
- Chametz: Leavened foods that are forbidden on the Passover holiday.
- Afikoman: A half-piece of matzo which is broken in the early stages of the Passover Seder and set aside to be eaten as a dessert after the meal.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Matzo
- Wikipedia's article - Matzo
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