Endless Exodus: The Jewish Experience in Ethiopia

By Peter Decherney

A remarkable visual journey through the history, resilience, and enduring faith of Ethiopia's Jewish community.

Endless Exodus: The Jewish Experience in Ethiopia is a powerful photographic and historical portrait of one of the world's oldest and most remarkable Jewish communities. Through stunning images and deeply researched storytelling, filmmaker and scholar Peter Decherney documents the lives, traditions, and extraordinary resilience of Ethiopian Jews, both those who remain in Ethiopia and those who have built new lives in Israel.

Blending history, photography, and personal encounters, the book traces the community's journey from ancient origins through centuries of exile, persecution, and migration. Decherney's photographs capture everyday life in Gondar—from matzah baked on traditional injera griddles to children studying Hebrew beneath corrugated rooftops—revealing a community whose connection to Judaism and longing for Jerusalem has endured across generations.

Featuring a foreword by Ethiopian-Israeli activist Sigal Kanotopsky, Endless Exodus moves beyond familiar narratives of rescue to celebrate a vibrant culture shaped by faith, perseverance, and hope. Richly illustrated and thoughtfully written, it offers readers a rare window into the traditions, history, and identity of Beta Israel.

More than a photography book, Endless Exodus is a moving testament to Jewish diversity, cultural heritage, and the enduring search for belonging.

Hardcover
120 pages