Begashaw

Begashaw

Begashaw is a single man from a Beta Israel family living in Humera village. He left Quara 10 years ago because of war and terrorism from surrounding people. He was working as a blacksmith until two years ago, when the civl war erupted. He was caught in crossfire and...
Passover Projects for the Beta Israel

Passover Projects for the Beta Israel

Passover is one of the most sacred Jewish holidays and the Beta Israel take celebrating very seriously. The holidays are difficult for them because funds and resources are scarce. Especially during times of war, celebrating means serious sacrifice, throughout the...
Rabbi Kokeb Gedamu Teaches on Tu B’Shvat

Rabbi Kokeb Gedamu Teaches on Tu B’Shvat

We have two upcoming holidays that will have a poignant significance this year: Tu B’Shvat (Israel’s birthday of trees) on 1/25/24 and International Holocaust Remembrance Day 1/27/24. In light of the horrors of October 7th, it’s hard to imagine life...