Holiday Books

Bullet points introduce each of the divrei Torah, providing a clear, enlightening outline; and a special section on minhagim interspersed throughout provides a glimpse into the customs of the Rosh HaYeshiva and his father, the posek hador, HaGaon HaRav Moshe Feinstein ztvk”l.

With a commentary that offers a unique blend of historical context, halachic analysis, and spiritual reflection, this Haggadah, masterfully written by Reb Reuven’s grandson, Rabbi Avrohom Meir Weiss, is a most unique Seder companion.

Reb Reuven Feinstein on the Haggadah will enrich your Seder — and immeasurably enhance your Yom Tov as well! Learn More

According to our Sages, the ideal time to transmit the story of our Exodus from Egypt is when parents and children sit together at the Seder, exchanging questions and answers. Dr. Ari’s Haggadah simplifies the process and asks the important questions for us. With its engaging question-and-answer format, followed by short digestible takeaway messages, this refreshing new Haggadah illuminates the fundamental concepts of our Redemption, so that everyone can understand—at any age or level.

Includes the following in an easy-to-follow, fully translated format:

• Shulchan Aruch’s halachos of the Seder
• Rabbi Avraham Sperling’s Taamei Haminhagim of the Seder

“With this unique peirush on the Haggadah, Dr. Ciment meets his goal of having something for everyone participating in the Seder.”

Rabbi Donald Bixon, Mora D’Asra, Miami Beach

“Dr. Ari Ciment presents the Haggadah with a new approach — questions, answers, and takeaway messages… this unique approach is very valuable, easy to follow, and important for comprehension.”

Rabbi Prof. Avraham Steinberg, MD, Editor of Talmudic Encyclopedia

“I cannot wait to use this Haggadah with my family around the table for years to come!”

<p.Eli Beer, CEO of United Hatzalah

About the Author:

Ari Judah Ciment, son of Larry and Helen Ciment, has been practicing pulmonary and critical care medicine in Miami Beach, Florida, since 2008. In addition to many medical field achievements, he has been an invited grand-rounds lecturer for several hospitals and universities and has publications in the New England Journal of Medicine and Chest. He currently is the pulmonary and critical care fellowship director at Mount Sinai Medical Center and is clinical associate professor at FIU medical school and Nova Southeastern University.

Dr. Ciment served as the president of the medical staff of Mount Sinai Medical Center during the coronavirus pandemic and was able to treat thousands of coronavirus patients. Honored at the Heroes breakfast and at his hometown high school Hebrew Academy of Greater Miami, he received the key to the City of Miami Beach from his good friend Mayor Dan Gelber. He is an honorary member of the local Hatzalah of South Florida and is most proud to be the the Florida Chair of United Hatzalah of Israel promoting their great work.

His prior books include Pirkei Dr. Ari as well as Coronavirus Pandemic stories and halachic review written alongside mentor Rabbi Avraham Steinberg. His hobbies include basketball, tennis, guitar, and writing. He lives with his wife, Elissa, and their three children, Tehila, Jack, and Sam, in Miami Beach, Florida. Learn More

"We gather together, on this night, to commemorate our exodus from Egypt into Hashem's embrace, thus becoming His nation and His servants till the end of time. We discuss, in detail, all the suffering that we endured in Mitzrayim, all the miracles Hashem did, and all the gratitude we have to Him for doing all this for us. We are expected to get into such detail that we can actually experience it ourselves, on this night, as if it were all happening to us, and to reach the level of joy and gratitude that the Jewish people had at the time of our exodus. This is supposed to bring us to a heightened level of emunah that will infuse our service of Hashem throughout the year. "…Therefore, I have written this Sefer, to serve as an emunah primer for the Haggadah. To make the concepts of emunah readily available so that those leading the seder on this night can easily access them and share them with their family, which will inspire ourselves and, in turn, our children, in the joy of being a Yid."

- Excerpt from Introduction

"The thrust of this commentary is to show how the basic theme of the Seder night is to show our emunah in, and our gratitude to, Hashem for our physical and spiritual redemption. Every section of the Haggadah is elaborated on in this manner, and at the end of each section a short, to-the-point synopsis of the commentary is presented, to guide one's fulfillment of the mitzvah of Sippur Yetzias Mitzrayim "On This Night".

Rabbi Zev Leff Shlit"a

"... Great and important to add clarity in the foundations of emunah in a way that can be easily taken to heart... Cannot overemphasize the importance of strengthening these matters of emunah…"

Rav Chaim Stein Zt"l

"…To bring benefit to Jewish homes about the great value of this night of yetzias Mitzrayim."

Rabbi Noson Tzvi Finkel Zt"l

" I am certain that those who read it will have spiritual pleasure and a bright light in understanding the words of the author of the Haggadah."

Rabbi Gabriel Cohen Shlit"a

The Striving Higher Haggadah presents contemporary perspectives and novel ideas to enrich your Seder — through stories, nostalgia, and humor. Drawing from his extensive experience in chinuch, rabbanus, and therapy, the distinguished author demonstrates the relevance of the Haggadah’s ancient words to our day. With superb explanations and a refreshing commentary, this engaging Haggadah will elevate and enhance your Seder table.

“Written with clarity and deep understanding, in a vernacular that could be appreciated by all readers.”

Rabbi Mordechai Finkelman

“Harav Staum possesses the tools to help us create the magical experience of Seder night.”

Rabbi Chaim Schabes

“Filled with. … style, wit, and perceptive wisdom.”

Rabbi Berel Wein

Rabbi Doniel (Dani) Staum lives in Monsey, New York. Having served as a shul rabbi for a decade, he is currently a high school rebbi and a therapist in private practice. Rabbi Staum is also a sought after speaker and a popular columnist Learn More

Everything a parent needs to teach their children about yetzias Mitzrayim, emunah, and creating a relationship with Hashem can be found right here — in the structure of the Haggadah and in the words of Chazal. By showing how to use the text itself to tell the story of yetzias Mitzrayim, A Night of Teaching guides both Seder leaders and participants to take full advantage of the tremendous opportunity the Seder night offers. This innovative Haggadah features:

Clear instructions and explanations for all the steps of the Seder

Side-by-side Hebrew Haggadah text and English translation

Divrei Torah focused on the essential mitzvah of sippur yetzias Mitzrayim

Dedicated space for the user to write their own divrei Torah

Rabbi Isaac Rice teaches Judaic studies and heads the halachah department at the SKA High School for Girls in Long Island, New York, and is a rabbi at Congregation Anshei Chesed in Hewlett, New York. Learn More

Six Brothers Say...

The exquisite Haggadah that you are holding in your hands truly deserves to be described as a children's Haggadah. It is not only for children, it is "told by children": six siblings who were slaves back in Mitzrayim tell the children of today all about their experiences during the slavery and the geulah.

The Bnei Yisrael Children's Haggadah is built on a solid foundation of midrashim and divrei Chazal that make for a vivid and exciting story. A story that will engrave itself on your children's hearts and help parents really fulfill "And you shall tell your children".

And when the children put it down, you'll want to read it yourself. Learn More

This Haggadah introduces a new accessible translation that makes the seder come alive, explaining each step in simple and relatable terms. The Haggadah also offers tips for leading a seder to make sure everyone at your table gets involved and enjoys the experience.

Features original and engaging art to help the seder come alive along with visual icons to help direct the reader on the most important instructions.

The Chabad.org Haggadah was created by the Chabad.org team based on years of experience in creating and providing thought-provoking content that engages and brings people together. Learn More

This Haggadah introduces a new accessible translation that makes the seder come alive, explaining each step in simple and relatable terms. The Haggadah also offers tips for leading a seder to make sure everyone at your table gets involved and enjoys the experience.

Features original and engaging art to help the seder come alive along with visual icons to help direct the reader on the most important instructions.

The Chabad.org Haggadah was created by the Chabad.org team based on years of experience in creating and providing thought-provoking content that engages and brings people together. Learn More

Now, Reb Meilech on the Haggadah, written by bestselling author Yisroel Besser, brings his message of emunah and hope to our Seder table.

Reb Meilech will enliven our Seder as only he can, with beautiful divrei Torah, delightful stories, and wise insights. This Haggadah will fill your home with Reb Meilech’s unique brand of simchah, the happiness of being part of Klal Yisrael, the joy of becoming aware of Hashem’s gifts all around, and the delight of knowing how much our Creator loves us and takes pleasure in all the good things we do. Learn More