Each year on the 29th day of the Hebrew month of Cheshvan the Ethiopian Jewish population celebrates their holiday of Sigd. In Jerusalem the Haas Promenade is the central gathering venue for the Ethiopian Jews who reside all over the Land of Israel. This special day marks an opportunity for prayers - in essence a minor Yom Kippur (Day of Atonement). The range of people, garb and vast range of ages is apparent as the celebration flows.
