Whether you’re greeting longtime friends, sending a card to relatives, or reconciling with coworkers, this guide will help you share warm wishes for the holiday of Passover with grace and sincerity. In the following text you’ll find both classic Hebrew greetings, like Chag Pesach Sameach, and thoughtful English‑language messages you can tailor for loved ones. Feel free to mix tradition with personal touches depending on your audience and occasion.
Quick Answer
Use phrases such as “Chag Pesach Sameach,” “Chag Pesach kasher vesameach,” or simply “Happy Passover.” Then add a short warm wish — like peace, joy, and togetherness — for a heartfelt message that suits family, friends, or colleagues.
Table of Contents
- Classic Hebrew & Yiddish Greetings
- Simple English Wishes for General Use
- Heartfelt Wishes for Family
- Warm Wishes for Friends
- Wishes for Kids & Young Guests
- Professional/Workplace Passover Greetings
- Wishes for Long‑Distance Friends or Family
- Faith‑Centered / Spiritual Tone Wishes
- Wishes for a Meaningful Seder Night
- Light & Friendly Passover Wishes
- Inclusive Interfaith Greeting Ideas
- Wishes for First-Time Passover Celebrants
- Wishes for Shared Memories and Traditions
- Short & Last-Minute Card Wishes
- Holiday Season Combo: Passover & Spring Wishes
- Wishes for Gratitude, Freedom, and Renewal
- FAQs
Classic Hebrew & Yiddish Greetings
Use these traditional phrases to greet someone respectfully or if you know they observe Passover:
• Chag Pesach Sameach — may your Passover holiday bring joy to you and yours.
• Chag Pesach kasher v’sameach — wishing you a kosher and joyous Passover.
• Chag Sameach — happy holiday to you during this season of reflection.
• Pesach Sameach — happy Passover; hope you find peace and warmth this holiday.
• Gut Yontif — good holiday, may your days be blessed and festive.
• A Koshern un Freilichen Pesach — wishing you a kosher and happy Passover.
• A Zissen Pesach — may your Passover be sweet and full of blessings.
• Pesach Alegre — happy Passover with joy and light.
• Moadim l’simchah — happy festival days; may your holiday bring happiness.
• Kosher and joyous Passover — may your home be filled with tradition and love.
• Wishing you a meaningful Pesach — may every ritual awaken joy in your heart.
• Chag kasher v’sameach — may this festival bring peace, love, and tradition to you.
Simple English Wishes for General Use
If you prefer to stick with English, these wishes are friendly and inclusive:
• Happy Passover! May this holiday bring you joy and peace.
• Happy Pesach — hoping the spirit of the season warms your home.
• Wishing you a peaceful and meaningful Passover celebration.
• May your Seder be filled with laughter, love, and cherished traditions.
• Wishing you a holiday filled with freedom, family, and hope.
• Hope your Passover is as sweet as the matzah on your table.
• Sending warm wishes for a joyous Passover and renewed spirit.
• May Passover fill your home with warmth, love, and togetherness.
• Wishing you a season of reflection, renewal, and gratitude.
• May this Passover bring comfort, hope, and new beginnings.
• Here’s to a bright and happy Passover for you and yours.
• May the meaning of Passover inspire strength, kindness and peace in your life.
Heartfelt Wishes for Family
Use these for parents, siblings, children, or extended family — especially when you share history and memories:
• Dear family — may this Passover bring us closer and strengthen our bonds.
• Wishing you a joyful Seder filled with love, stories, and cherished tradition.
• May our home be warmed by gratitude and togetherness this Pesach.
• Hoping Passover brings peace, laughter, and fond memories around our table.
• May the spirit of liberation remind us how blessed we are to have family.
• Wishing you a holiday filled with kindness, faith, and shared hope.
• May our shared traditions bring comfort, joy and unity this Passover.
• Hoping the Seder night heals, uplifts, and unites our family hearts.
• May this Passover renew our gratitude for each other and our blessings.
• Wishing love, peace, and abundant joy for our family this holiday.
• May every matzah and story remind us of family strength and faith.
• Sending heartfelt gratitude for family love this Passover.
Warm Wishes for Friends
For close friends, race‑faith‑neutral acquaintances, or companions who celebrate:
• Happy Passover, my friend — may your home be full of joy and light.
• Wishing you a holiday of peace, hope, and sweet memories.
• May Passover bring you freedom of spirit and warmth of friendship.
• Here’s to a meaningful Passover filled with laughter, love, and friendship.
• Sending warm Passover wishes and gratitude for your kindness all year.
• Hope your Seder night is meaningful and surrounded by love and joy.
• Wishing you peace, renewal, and happiness this Passover.
• May this Passover fill your heart with hope and honest joy.
• Wishing you freedom, faith, and a home filled with blessings this Pesach.
• Happy Passover — may you find strength, peace, and friendship around you.
• May Passover remind us of shared history and deep bonds between friends.
• Wishing you a sweet and joyous Pesach with your loved ones.
Wishes for Kids & Young Guests
Passover can be a fun, meaningful holiday for the younger ones. These wishes suit kids or families with children:
• Wishing you a sweet Passover full of fun, matzah, and smiles.
• Hope you enjoy every bit of the Seder — and maybe find the afikomen!
• May your Passover be as special and bright as your curious spirit.
• Happy Pesach! May your holiday be full of wonder, traditions, and joy.
• Wishing you laughter, stories, and a holiday to remember.
• May this Passover teach you freedom, kindness, and hope.
• Here’s to a Passover filled with magic, family tales, and celebrations.
• May your day be filled with friendship, fun, and good memories this Pesach.
• Wishing you a playful, peaceful, and happy Passover holiday.
• Hope the Seder feels special just like you — full of wonder and warmth.
• Wishing you sweet traditions and joyful moments this Passover.
• May this Passover bring you excitement, family love, and bright memories.
Professional/Workplace Passover Greetings
When you wish colleagues or acquaintances — keep it respectful, inclusive, and warm:
• Wishing you and your family a meaningful and peaceful Passover.
• Happy Passover — may this holiday bring you rest, renewal, and joy.
• Wishing you a season of hope, peace, and meaningful connections.
• May Passover bring happiness, balance, and warmth to your home.
• Wishing you peace and renewal this Passover holiday.
• Happy Pesach to you and yours — may it be restful and joyful.
• Sending warm holiday wishes to you and your loved ones this Passover.
• May the spirit of Passover bring inspiration, gratitude, and calm to your days.
• Wishing you a joyous Passover and a refreshed start.
• Hoping your Passover brings peace and happiness to you and your family.
• Wishing you a beautiful Passover full of hope and meaningful moments.
• Happy Passover — may you find connection and renewal this season.
Wishes for Long‑Distance Friends or Family
When you or they are far away — these convey warmth and longing across distance:
• Across miles, I wish you a peaceful and joyful Passover.
• May this Passover bring you warmth, love, and memories even from afar.
• Wishing you a meaningful Pesach, wherever you are.
• Hoping your holiday brings peace and comfort far from home.
• May Passover fill your heart with hope even across long distances.
• Thinking of you this Passover — may you feel loved and blessed.
• Wishing you joy, faith, and renewal, no matter how far apart we are.
• Happy Passover — may distance never dull the warmth of holiday spirit.
• Wishing you a holiday bright with memories, hope, and connection.
• Sending blessings for a restful, loving, and meaningful Passover away from home.
• Hoping you find solace, joy, and meaningful traditions even from afar.
• May Passover bring you closeness in spirit, even if we’re apart.
Faith‑Centered / Spiritual Tone Wishes
For those who want to emphasize the meaning of Passover — freedom, faith, hope, and renewal:
• May this Passover renew your faith, hope, and spirit of liberation.
• Wishing you a Passover filled with peace, gratitude, and sacred memories.
• May your Seder awaken faith, resilience, and compassion in your heart.
• Wishing you spiritual renewal, hope, and freedom this Pesach.
• May the story of Passover ignite faith, justice, and kindness in your life.
• Hoping this Passover guides you toward compassion, peace, and renewal.
• May freedom and hope fill your home this Passover and beyond.
• Wishing you a meaningful Seder that uplifts your spirit and strengthens your faith.
• May this Passover awaken gratitude, resilience, and a sense of unity.
• Wishing you spiritual peace, growth, and deeper connection this Pesach.
• May the legacy of freedom and hope rise within you this holiday.
• Blessings for a Passover filled with faith, love, and renewed purpose.
Wishes for a Meaningful Seder Night
For a message focused on the rituals, reflections, and memories of the Seder:
• May your Seder night bring insight, warmth, and cherished memories.
• Wishing you a Seder filled with tradition, stories, and shared joy.
• May every matzah and blessing remind you of freedom and hope.
• Wishing you a Seder that touches your heart with gratitude and faith.
• May your evening of Pesach be peaceful, meaningful, and full of love.
• Wishing you warmth, connection, and renewed hope this Seder night.
• May your holiday table overflow with love, stories, and sweet moments.
• Hoping your Seder brings laughter, reflection, and family unity.
• May every Passover ritual deepen your appreciation and gratitude.
• Wishing you a Seder night that uplifts your soul and warms your spirit.
• May Passover bring new memories, treasured traditions, and closeness.
• Wishing you a peaceful, meaningful Seder that honors heritage and hope.
Light & Friendly Passover Wishes
For casual acquaintances, neighbors, or social media messages with warmth and simplicity:
• Happy Passover — enjoy peace, love, and good times ahead.
• Wishing you a sweet and joyful Pesach with family and friends.
• Happy Passover — may your days be bright and full of hope.
• Sending warm Passover wishes and springtime joy your way.
• Wishing you a relaxed holiday filled with kindness and smiles.
• Happy Pesach — enjoy the traditions, the food, and heartfelt stories.
• Wishing you joy, laughter, and memories this Passover season.
• May Passover bring light, peace, and fresh beginnings.
• Wishing you a peaceful Pesach full of simple blessings and warmth.
• Happy Passover — may you find comfort, friendship, and good moments.
• Wishing you joy, hope, and bright days this Pesach.
• Sending warm wishes for a restful, kind, and happy Passover.
Inclusive Interfaith Greeting Ideas
For friends or colleagues from different backgrounds, celebrating together or acknowledging the holiday respectfully:
• Wishing you a joyous Passover filled with love, peace, and meaningful traditions.
• Happy Passover — may this season bring unity, hope, and kindness to all.
• Wishing you freedom, compassion, and renewed hope this Pesach season.
• May Passover inspire gratitude, empathy, and a spirit of togetherness.
• Wishing you and your loved ones strength, peace, and hope this holiday.
• Happy Passover — hoping the values of freedom and kindness shine bright for you.
• Wishing you a respectful and peaceful Passover filled with meaning.
• May this Passover remind us all about unity, love and shared humanity.
• Wishing you hope, compassion, and harmony this Pesach.
• Happy Passover — may this holiday bring light, understanding, and goodwill.
• Wishing you peace, tolerance, and kindness this Passover and always.
• May Passover renew our shared hope for justice, freedom, and caring hearts.
Wishes for First-Time Passover Celebrants
For friends or acquaintances experiencing Passover for the first time — maybe through marriage or interfaith family:
• Wishing you a meaningful first Passover filled with warmth and discovery.
• May your first Seder bring understanding, peace, and lasting memories.
• Happy Passover — may this new tradition bring you joy and connection.
• Wishing you a holiday full of hope, learning, and welcoming love.
• May your first Pesach open your heart to tradition, community, and joy.
• Wishing you comfort, curiosity, and gratitude on your first Passover.
• Happy Pesach — may this Passover mark a new chapter of faith and hope.
• Wishing you a peaceful, meaningful, and memorable first Seder night.
• May Passover bring you insight, connection, and heartfelt memories.
• Wishing your first Pesach fills your home with kindness, joy, and tradition.
• May this Passover bring you hope, peace, and a sense of belonging.
• Wishing you newfound faith, warmth, and a joyous celebration this Pesach.
Short & Last-Minute Card Wishes
When you need a quick message — these are simple and effective:
• Happy Passover! Wishing you joy and light.
• Chag Pesach Sameach — enjoy the holiday.
• Happy Pesach — peace and happiness to you.
• Wishing you a joyous, peaceful Passover.
• Happy Passover — may your home be blessed.
• Wishing love, light, and peace this Pesach.
• Happy Passover! May you find joy and hope.
• Chag Sameach — wishing you warmth and happiness.
• Happy Passover — blessings to you and yours.
• Wishing you peace, love, and smiles this Pesach.
• Happy Pesach — hope your holiday shines bright.
• Wishing you a blessed, happy Passover.
Holiday Season Combo: Passover & Spring Wishes
Blend Passover with springtime renewal and hope:
• Wishing you a bright Passover and a joyful spring ahead.
• May Passover bring freedom and spring bring renewal to your life.
• Happy Passover — here’s to new beginnings and fresh hope.
• Wishing you a peaceful Pesach and a blossoming spring.
• May Passover’s meaning inspire growth, joy, and new starts this spring.
• Happy Pesach — may your days ahead be full of light and renewal.
• Wishing you freedom, hope, and fresh beginnings this Passover season.
• May Passover and spring bring you peace, growth, and happiness.
• Happy Passover — may this season bloom with love and new promises.
• Wishing you renewal, freedom, and warmth this Pesach and beyond.
• May Passover lift your spirit and spring refresh your hope.
• Wishing you a joyous Passover and a season of growth and hope.
Wishes for Gratitude, Freedom, and Renewal
Inspired by the deeper meaning of Passover — freedom, compassion, justice:
• May the spirit of Passover remind you how precious freedom truly is.
• Wishing you gratitude, compassion, and renewed hope this Pesach.
• May your holiday renew your faith in kindness, justice, and love.
• Wishing you inner peace, freedom of spirit, and strength this Passover.
• May you find hope, freedom, and gratitude in every Seder moment.
• Wishing you clarity, courage, and compassion through Passover traditions.
• May Passover awaken your heart to justice, empathy, and hope.
• Wishing you a Passover full of meaningful reflection and renewed faith.
• May this holiday remind you of shared history, dignity, and freedom for all.
• Wishing you liberation of spirit, kindness to others, and deep gratitude this Pesach.
• May the legacy of Passover guide you toward kindness, justice, and compassion.
• Wishing you hope, strength, and peace as you honor this Passover season.
FAQs
How do you say “Happy Passover” in Hebrew?
You can say “Chag Pesach Sameach,” which means “Happy Passover.” Another option is “Chag Pesach kasher v’sameach,” meaning “Have a kosher and joyous Passover.”
What does “Chag Pesach Sameach” actually mean?
“Chag Pesach Sameach” literally translates to “Happy Passover Holiday,” combining “chag” (holiday), “Pesach” (Passover), and “sameach” (happy).
Is it okay to wish someone “Happy Passover” in English?
Yes — many people use “Happy Passover” or “Happy Pesach.” It’s a friendly and inclusive way to greet anyone celebrating the holiday.
What are other traditional greetings besides Hebrew?
Some traditional greetings come from Yiddish (like “Gut Yontif” or “A Koshern un Freilichen Pesach”) or Ladino (“Pesach Alegre”). These reflect the cultural diversity of those who celebrate Passover.
What should you write in a Passover card if you don’t know their level of observance?
Then a neutral, warm wish works best — e.g., “Wishing you a peaceful and joyful Passover filled with love and hope.” That respects tradition while remaining inclusive.
Conclusion
Whether you want to send a time‑honored Hebrew greeting like Chag Pesach Sameach or craft a personal, English‑language message full of warmth and hope, these Passover wishes can help you connect meaningfully with friends, family, or colleagues. Passover celebrates freedom, renewal, and shared traditions — and a thoughtful wish can carry all of that in a few heartfelt words.
Emma Blake is an American writer who specializes in everyday messages and captions for real conversations. At Wishhmii, she contributes to many types of content, including wishes for family, friends, partners, colleagues, and online communities. Emma’s writing blends natural language with thoughtful structure so readers can quickly find a line that fits their tone—whether it’s for a chat, a card, or a social media post.