Where tradition meets the map - the Haggadah as you've never seen it before.
The familiar text of the Passover Haggadah takes on new life when every location mentioned is placed on a satellite map.
To offer both children and adults a tangible, visual, and thought-provoking experience of the Exodus story, Prof. Ron Milo of the Weizmann Institute and Alon Gildoni joined forces on a unique project that brings the text into geographic context.
While developing the map, and in consultation with scholars from both academia and beyond, they added timelines, historical explanations, and various traditions - such as alternative theories about the location of Mount Sinai, the splitting of the sea, and the Covenant Between the Pieces.
"We love to hike, we love this land, and we love to innovate. The overwhelming response to what began as a small family initiative shows we're not alone."
The map is freely available for public use. Feel free to share it with friends, students, or family - and even print it to accompany your Seder night.
Enjoy the journey!
Ron and Alon
A satellite map annotated with key verses from the Haggadah
Timelines, locations, and historical context
Multiple routes of the Israelites in the desert
Traditional and alternative interpretations (Mount Sinai, Red Sea, and more)
A satellite map annotated with key verses from the Haggadah
Timelines, locations, and historical context
Multiple routes of the Israelites in the desert
Traditional and alternative interpretations (Mount Sinai, Red Sea, and more)
Follow the route on a satellite map
A new Passover project brings the Exodus story to life through an interactive map combining NASA satellite imagery with verses from the Bible and the Haggadah. Available for free download, the map includes key locations, explanations, and activities for families and diverse audiences-religious, secular, and traditional alike.
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Though the traditional Haggadah barely mentions the Land of Israel, new additions help restore that connection. A midrash by Shaul Shulman revives the verses about entering the land, and a printable guide by Prof. Ron Milo and Alon Gildoni maps key Haggadah moments to real locations. A small update for a deeper, more meaningful Passover.
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It's amazing and original... Very very nice.
Prof. Dan Ariely
Behavioral economist & author
I use the source from your map to describe a strong earthquake and tsunami event in our region.
Prof. Yoav Yair
Earth sciences, Reichman University
Really beautiful.
Prof. David Passig
Futurist, Bar-Ilan University
A lovely way to look at the Haggadah. Well done.
Prof. Avigdor Shinan
Talmudic literature, Hebrew University
Two pages, concise and precise, connecting the Exodus story to the places where it happened.
Netanel Elinson
Author & educator
Wonderful, amazing. A great way to show grandchildren and children alike.
Avraham Bigger
Business leader, former chairman of Paz
A thoughtful combination of science, history, and mapping technology.
Ministry of Education
National supervisors for Biology & Physics
Huge kudos for the Haggadah locations project - lovely!
Dr. Avi Merzel
Head of Learning & Instruction, Hebrew University
On Seder night, there is a beautiful and ancient tradition among Iraqi Jews that brings the Exodus to life for children in a playful, experiential way. When the family reaches the "Yachatz" section of the Haggadah, they break the middle matzah in two - and tie the Afikoman piece into a cloth, which is placed on the children's backs. The kids run out of the house, giggling and hiding, while the rest of the family continues the meal and conversation around the table - until suddenly, loud knocks are heard at the door!
"Who could that be at this hour?" they ask.
"We are the Children of Israel!" reply the kids outside the door.
"Where are you coming from?" - "From Egypt!"
"Where are you going?" - "To Jerusalem!"
"What is your provision?" - "Matzah!"
This marvelous tradition is widespread in Jewish communities from Iraq, Yemen, Persia, and North Africa. It's even documented in the writings of Rabbi David Abudraham in medieval Spain.
Print the map on A3 paper (or display it on a tablet or screen). Explore it with the kids before the Seder and choose stations that spark interest or curiosity.
If you could visit one stop along the Exodus journey, which would it be and why?
What is freedom to you? Can someone feel free even if they're not physically enslaved?
Is there a "modern-day Egypt"? A situation or place that limits your freedom?
If you could send one message from the Exodus story to the next generation - what would it be?
Share a personal journey - emotional or physical - that reminds you of the Exodus.
Ask in order, shuffle randomly, or assign to participants for open conversation.
This map is an invitation to explore, question, play, and experience - and to fulfill the core request of our Sages: not only to read the story, but to live it.
Wishing you a kosher and joyful Passover! Set out on the journey - together.
📧 Got ideas or feedback? Share with us!
Choose between a printable version and an interactive experience
High-quality PDF for A3 printing - spread it on your Seder table
Have questions, suggestions, or creative ideas for using the Haggadah Map at your Seder?
Want to share feedback, photos, or traditions from your family's journey?
Drop us a note - we're building this map together, across generations.