afikoman

Noun

Meaning

afikoman (plural afikomans)

Alternative spelling of afikomen

Examples

Afikoman 14th century Haggadah The afikoman an integral part of the Seder itself is used to engage the interest and excitement of the children at the table. Source: Internet

Alternatively, the children are allowed to "steal" the afikoman and demand a reward for its return. Source: Internet

The eating of the afikoman substitutes for the eating of the Korban Pesach at the end of the Seder meal ( Mishnah Pesachim 119a). Source: Internet

After the consumption of the afikoman, traditionally, no other food may be eaten for the rest of the night. Source: Internet

In either case, the afikoman must be consumed during the twelfth part of the Seder, Tzafun. Source: Internet

In other homes, the children hide the afikoman and a parent must look for it; when the parents give up, the children demand a prize for revealing its location. Source: Internet

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