Ethiopian Jews

'We Are Black Jews': The story of Ethiopian Jews and Israel's unfinished journey - review

A powerful book exploring the rich history, deep pain, and resilient future of the Ethiopian community in Israel.

Dr. Martain Luther King gave his most famous speech, ‘I have a dream,’ before the Lincoln Memorial during the 1963 March  on Washington for Jobs and Freedom.
 A picture of Shani Louk is displayed during a demonstration by family members and supporters of hostages who are being held in Gaza, in Tel Aviv, Israel October 28, 2023

After Oct. 7, Israel's future depends on choosing unity over political warfare - opinion

Dr. Shmuel Legasse sits down with The Jerusalem Post for an insightful podcast episode.

Ethiopian Jewish activist calls for unity in Israel

A poster of nine-year-old Haymanut Kasau, who has been missing since 2023, seen on December 18, 2025

Haymanut Kasau's family says they receive updates on investigation from media instead of police


'We Are Black Jews': The courageous journey of Ethiopian Jews to Israel - review

Scattered across northern and northwestern Ethiopia in small villages, the Beta Israel lived alongside Christian and Muslim neighbors for over 2,000 years, resisting conversion.

 An infant from Ethiopia whose family was brought to Israel in Operation Moses receives medical treatment at the Shaare Zedek Medical Center in Jerusalem, January 1985.

Alana Hadid: Israel not haven for Jews because it sterilized Ethiopian Jews

“Did you know Israel forcibly sterilized Ethiopian Jewish women and then tried to cover it up?” Hadid told her almost 700,000 Instagram followers.

 Alana Hadid attends La Detresse Summer Trip Collection Celebration at Dante Seaport on July 14, 2022 in New York City.

Ethiopian Amb. to 'Post': History between Ethiopia and Israel shapes relationship - interview

Diplomatic Affairs: Jerusalem Post's news editor talks with the Ethiopian ambassador about historical connections and flourishing partnerships.

 THE ETHIOPIAN community in Israel serves as a vibrant link between the two nations. Here, the community celebrates the Sigd on the Haas Promenade in the shadow of the Old City, in November.

Annual Hullegeb Israeli-Ethiopian Arts Festival to showcase vibrant culture, arts, and music

As he will perform the character in Amharic, Tehila Yeshayahu-Adega will offer a Hebrew translation on stage, bridging the linguistic gap.

 HANNY MESELE sings Hebrew hip hop.

Thousands attend Sigd holiday event in Jerusalem

At the center of the Sigd holiday is the acceptance of the Torah by the Beta Israel Jews of Ethiopia.  

 Ethiopian Jews mark the Sigd holiday in Jerusalem. November 28, 2024.

JDC is helping women in the developing world thrive

JDC brings its Jewish humanitarian values and expertise to address the challenges of endemic poverty, food insecurity, and lack of healthcare.

 A graduating class of the Ubuntu Beekeeping Initiative in South Africa, one of dozens of programs in the developing world run by JDC that empower and lift up women, their families, and communities.

Jews of Ethiopian descent plan state-of-the-art cultural and heritage center in Be’er Sheva

Jewish National Fund-USA pledges funds to renovate and upgrade “the heart and soul” of Be’er Sheva’s 13,000-strong community, the Shavu Banim Center.

 Ken Segel, Avi Kalamaro, Naftali Aklum, Russell F. Robinson, and members of Israel's Jewish Ethiopian community discuss plans for the future

Jerusalem Vibe: Who visited Jerusalem for the holidays?

In Jerusalem, visits to the city from Israeli residents actually rose during the holiday season, thanks to an aggressive internal marketing campaign.

 Planned construction in Talpiot.

Grapevine: Friendship at the feast

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

 THE NEW reading room of the National Library of Israel.

Ancient texts belonging to the Beta Israel community are set to be made available for public

Among the texts included in the project and penned in the Ge'ez language, is the Orit, the Beta Israel Torah which includes the five books of the Torah, the book of Joshua, Judges and Ruth.

Chief Kes Berko Tegegne reads from the Orit, written in the Ge’ez language.