This week’s parsha contains the first recorded Jewish protest for inclusion. The people who couldn’t bring the korban pesach (paschal sacrifice) refused to accept being excluded. They approached Moshe and boldly asked, “Why should we be left out?” (Bamidbar 9:7) Instead of saying “maybe next time,” they said, “Make room now.” And G-d listened.

In response to these protestors, the Torah introduces Pesach Sheni: a second Passover, created because the original system left someone behind.

This story is a reminder that when systems have left people out, we have not historically remained silent. We’ve spoken up. And we’ve celebrated when space was made for everyone.

Being told we don’t fit the mold. Being told to wait, or to hide, or that maybe next time we’ll belong—that’s not something we need to stand for. The gift of Pesach Sheni sends a clear message: if the system wasn’t built with you in mind, build something new. Not later—now.

A *second* Passover! A second chance. A radical act of inclusion. A little queer joy, if you will, right there in the Torah.