Don’t miss this unique celebration, which will be recreated in New York City for the first time! This holiday, established to commemorate the giving of the Torah and the ancient communal gatherings in Jerusalem in the days of the prophets Ezra and Nehemiah, was integral to Jewish observance in Ethiopia. It brought together thousands of Jews, who traveled by foot from throughout Gondar Province, to the village of Ambober. Observances included prayer and fasting, as well as a joyous celebration of the covenant between God and Moses on Mt. Sinai. Today, the holiday commemorates the return of Ethiopian Jewry to their ancient homeland. For our celebration, we will gather at the JCC at 10 am to walk as a group to Central Park, led by two Ethiopian Kessoth (rabbis) in the traditional manner. In the park, prayers and Torah readings will be conducted in Gez, the ancient language of Ethiopia. At noon, we will return to the JCC for lunch and a program of Ethiopian/Israeli music. Families and children welcome. Pre-registration required. Co-sponsored with Chassida Shmella.

Sun, Oct 9, 10:00 AM - 2:30 PM. Location: The JCC in Manhattan, 334 Amsterdam Ave. at 76th St. (Program room assignments will be available at the JCC Customer Service Desk, in the lobby of the Samuel Priest Rose Building. $20.00 - Member. $25.00 - Non-Member. $20 Shmella members
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