Talk:Afikoman

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i removed "(assuming that the books were thoroughly dusted and cleaned from all traces of chametz);" because it was superfluous. Wouldn't we then have to check everything (had we not already)?

The first section says "The children "steal" the piece of matzah, usually wrapped in a napkin, and find a hiding place for it until after the meal." However, it is the adults who hide the afikoman and the head of the household must barter or negotiate to buy back the afikoman from the child who first finds it. This not only provides the children with entertainment, but also lets the adults converse in relative peace and quiet.