What was the first passover?

The first Passover, as described in the Book of Exodus, was the event that marked the Israelites' liberation from slavery in Egypt.

Here's a breakdown of the key elements:

* The Tenth Plague: The tenth and final plague was the death of the firstborn sons of the Egyptians. God instructed the Israelites to mark their doorposts with the blood of a lamb, which would serve as a sign to spare their firstborn sons.

* The Passover Lamb: The Israelites sacrificed a lamb and smeared its blood on their doorposts, hence the name "Passover." The angel of death passed over the houses marked with the blood, sparing those inside.

* The Exodus: This event, along with the ten plagues, led to Pharaoh finally letting the Israelites leave Egypt, marking the beginning of their journey to the Promised Land.

The first Passover is a pivotal moment in Jewish history and is commemorated annually with a special Seder meal, which includes symbolic foods and readings from the Haggadah, a book that tells the story of the Exodus.