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The Torah refers to Pesach as “the Festival of Matzot to Hashem.” This 16 vaikra
implies that the manner in which we celebrate Pesach is determined by
Hashem.
The chief principle regarding the festivals of Hashem is (Devarim
16:14-15) that “you shall rejoice on your festival… and you will only be
joyous.” This is essential because celebrating Hashem’s salvation with joy
arouses our emunah. Our profound emunah results in added joy. It is an
obligation to be especially joyous on Pesach, because it is the festival
which expresses our emunah. Upon the Exodus, Bnei Yisrael began to
believe in Hashem. Ultimately, this recognition led to receiving the Torah.
Am Yisrael obeyed Hashem’s command to slaughter the idols of the
Egyptians with great joy, despite the inherent danger of doing so in public.
