When was Passover in 2012?

Passover in 2012 started on Saturday, the 7th of April (7/4/2012) and continued for 7 days until Friday, the 13th of April.

How are Passover dates determined?

Passover or Pesach commences on the 15th of the Hebrew month of Nisan. Passover lasts for either:

Seven days Passover - in Israel and for Reform Jews and other progressive Jews around the world who adhere to the Biblical commandment
Eight days Passover - for Orthodox, Hasidic, and most Conservative Jews in the diaspora.

So, For Orthodox, Hasidic, and most Conservative Jews in the diaspora, Passover in 2012 will end on Saturday, the 14th of April.

When did Passover celebrations begin in 2012?

Note that in the Jewish calander, a holiday begins on the sunset of the previous day, so observing Jews celebrated Passover on the sunset of Friday, the 6th of April.

Learn more about the significance of Passover In the Judaica Guide.

Dates of Passover by year

Additional services:

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