Leaning to the Left
Every male (13 years old and above) at the seder is required by halacha to lean to the left side while:
- Drinking each of the four cups of wine.
- Eating matza for each of these mitzvot: motzi, matza, koreich, afikoman.
Note Women and girls are not required to lean at any time during the meal.
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