The Four Cups of wine used in the Passover seder symbolize the four distinct redemptions promised by God to the Hebrews as told in Exodus 6:6-7. (1) "I will take you out of Egypt", (2) "I will deliver you from Egyptian slavery", (3) "I will redeem you with a demonstration of my power", and (4) "I will acquire you as a nation". There is also a fifth cup (see 2P) at the Seder: the Cup of Elijah. This cup is set up for Elijah during the second half of the Seder, and it is reserved for Elijah the Prophet, who is believed to visit each Passover seder that takes place around the world. The 5th cup is poured but not drunk. Elijah represents herald of the messianic age. See also Step 14#.
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