Sigd

Ethiopian Jewish holiday of Sigd gets a boost in the US with picture books and new resources

Last year, PJ Library sent “Pumpkin Pie for Sigd” to thousands of families. Now, the Jewish Agency has released “Sigd in a Box.”

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Ethiopian Jews celebrate Sigd in Jerusalem

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Sigd is not just a holiday for Ethiopian Jews. It’s a declaration that Israel sees us.

There is no full integration without recognition, no equality without belonging, writes activist Shula Mola.

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As Ethiopian Jews celebrate Sigd, we’re still fighting for inclusion in Israel

The community revels in its connection to Jerusalem amid doubt and anxiety about the prospects for full integration into the Israeli mainstream.

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