Sigd
An official Israeli holiday since 2008, Sigd falls 50 days after Yom Kippur and is a celebration of Torah, Israel and community. Use our resources to spice up your celebration!
Featured Resources
Amharic Song for Sigd
We want to invite American Jews to join in song with our Ethiopian siblings in the joy of celebrating the everlasting Jewish connection to Jerusalem. Since 2008, Sigd has been recognized as a national holiday in Israel.
Ethiopian Spice Cookies & Other Recipes
Take an Ethiopian tea break with recipes for Spice Cookies and Spice Tea.
Sigd Slideshow
What is the Jewish holiday of Sigd, and how is it celebrated?
Ethiopia Slideshow
Discover the long Jewish history of Ethiopia, one of Africa’s oldest continuous civilizations.
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Passport to Peoplehood: Ethiopia
Explore the rich Jewish heritage of Ethiopia. Learn about the ancient roots of Sigd, and the new expressions of Sigd in Israel today.