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A piece of roasted meat represents the lamb that was the special Paschal sacrifice on the eve of the exodus from Egypt, and annually, on the afternoon before Passover, in the Holy Temple.
Since we can’t offer the Paschal sacrifice in the absence of the Holy Temple, we take care to use something that is relatively dissimilar to the actual offering. Accordingly, many communities have the custom to use a roasted chicken neck or the like.
Preparation: Roast the neck on all sides over an open fire on the stove. Afterwards, some have the custom to remove the majority of the meat of the neck.
Role in the Seder: The shank bone is not eaten. After the meal it is refrigerated, and used a second time on the Seder plate the following night.









I returned one to the bin thinking maybe I shouldn't be taking this, but I kept one for my soup. Walking down another isle I saw a young dark skinned woman with a shopping cart filled with Passover goodies. I decided to "help" her. Do you need one of these? I asked. I held up the bone. She looked like she had just seen an apparition. I directed her to the lamb bones "And they are free!"
What are they for and what do you do with them?
Thank you.
Long Island, NY
Netanya
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Montreal
Netanya, Israel
Richmond, VA
Only at the place where the Lord, your God, shall choose to cause His Name to dwell, may you seek Him at his dwelling...There, you shall bring your burnt offerings and your sacrifices.
Phoenix
It is used to describe Easter matters as well, but know that it's origins are Jewish.
I am a Catholic, but very much embrace the Jewish faith. May you all have a lovely start to your Pesach tomorrow!
Elk Grove, CA