Movements/Beta Israel (Ethiopian Jews)
Ethnic-Ancient

Beta Israel (Ethiopian Jews)

One of the world's oldest Jewish communities, tracing roots to ancient Israel. Beta Israel maintained Jewish practice in isolation in Ethiopia for millennia, with unique pre-rabbinic traditions. Most now live in Israel following Operations Moses and Solomon.

Key Organizations

Ethiopian National ProjectFidel Association

Primary Regions

Middle EastAfrica

Profile

Tradition
Ethnic-Ancient
Center
Israel (post-Aliyah)
Adherents
~180,000