The custom of displaying and eating a number of fruits and vegetables representing simanim (omens or signs) for the coming year is practiced widely by Sephardim and others throughout the world.
Simanim reminds us of our hopes for the coming year and to express hopes for prosperity, strength and peace. The name “Yehi Ratzones” is the Ladino name for this seder, which is otherwise known as a Seder Simanim. The seder is written by Martin Di Maggio. Click Here to download the full seder PDF.
Simanim reminds us of our hopes for the coming year and to express hopes for prosperity, strength and peace. The name “Yehi Ratzones” is the Ladino name for this seder, which is otherwise known as a Seder Simanim. The seder is written by Martin Di Maggio. Click Here to download the full seder PDF.
Martin Di Maggio lives in London, UK, where he organizes Humanistic Jewish events. He is a linguist with a Masters in Language Documentation and Description and is part of Wikitongues, an international organisation that promotes endangered and minority languages. He is an IISHJ Officiant. He leads services and teaches Humanistic Judaism 101 at the Spinoza Havurah, an international online community. Martin promotes diversity and inclusion in all his work.
Thank you for including the Ladino translations, an area that has been lacking in my knowledge of Judaism.
Thank you for your comment Jim. Ladino is often left out of materials on Judaism, that’s why I’m so proud to be part of SHJ.