Ethiopian Jews mark Sigd in Jerusalem with prayers for peace and freedom The Beta Israel community came together to celebrate the ancient holiday with prayers for Avraham Mengitsu and the other hostages held in Gaza. Nov. 29, 2024
Despite war, Ethiopian Israelis celebrate Sigd holiday The holiday celebrates the Ethiopian Jewish community's yearning to return to Israel and affirm their connection to Jerusalem. Nov. 13, 2023
American Jews explore Ethiopian Sigd holiday in event to foster unity “Jewish communities around the world grow closer by learning about each other’s unique customs and cultures,” said Sigal Kanotopsky. Nov. 5, 2021
Sigd: The ultimate Zionist festival Celebrated in Jerusalem both at the Western Wall and on the Haas-Sherover Promenade that overlooks the Old City, the Ethiopian Jewish event is a multi-generational gathering that attracts thousands from all over the country. Judy Lash Balint Nov. 28, 2019
Ethiopian Israelis celebrate the annual Sigd holiday Jewish Ethiopians celebrated the holiday of Sigd in Israel, with schools engaging students in programs to teach about its customs and origins. Nov. 8, 2018
