Moments of Ezidi Heritage Captured in Photos
A rare set of 1930s photographs has been uncovered, capturing the daily life, traditions, and sacred sites of the Ezidi people in northern Iraq—preserving moments of a culture nearly erased by history.
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Ezidi Identity
12th December – Aida Xwudane Male: Honoring the Family Patron Saints
This week, from 9 to 12 December 2025, Ezidis observe Aida Xwudane Male, honoring the family patron saints with fasting, reflection, and the sacred Dua Sifrê prayer—a ritual that reconnects families with…
27 November 2025 — Olive Harvest Begins in Lalish, Iraq
The annual olive harvest in the sacred valley of Laleş begins on 27 November, as Ezidis gather olives that will become the oil to light every lamp of the temple. This centuries-old…
Sinuni: A Town Whose Name Carries a People’s Memory
Sinuni, whose name means “our spring” in the Ezidi language, is one of the central towns of the Sinjar region. Once known for its quiet rural life, it was devastated during the…
My Ethnicity is Ezidi
While many peoples throughout history have formed, merged, created languages and religions, and then gradually dissolved into larger populations and states, the Ezidis remained loyal to their traditions and faith, preserving their…
Sharfadin – The Real Name of the Ezidi Religion
Explore the ancient monotheistic religion of Sharfadin, its belief in a single God and seven Archangels, the Ezidi caste system, and the myths surrounding Tausi Malak. Learn about the core principles of…
The Unique Identity of the Yezidis (Ezidis) and Their Distinction from the Kurds
The Yezidis, also known as Ezidis, are an ethnoreligious people predominantly residing in the Middle East, including Iraq, Syria, Turkey, and Armenia. The Yezidis are a distinct and separate group with their…
Do Ezidis celebrate ‘Newroz’?
Newroz, a time-honored tradition signifying “New Day,” holds profound cultural and historical significance for millions of individuals across the globe. Originating as the New Year’s Eve celebration for various Indo-Iranian communities, Newroz…
The Forgotten Genocide of Ezidis
Yezidis, who lived in proximity to Armenians, Assyrians, Kurds, and Turks, were also caught in the crossfire. Kurdish tribes actively participated in the persecution of the Yezidis