The term “black Jews” is not usually the name of a single Orthodox sect. In common usage it can refer to several different groups, including Black Hebrew Israelites, Ethiopian Jews, and sometimes historical communities that were called “Black Jews.”

What people usually mean

  • Black Hebrew Israelites : a set of groups that claim Israelite ancestry, but they are generally not recognized as Jewish by mainstream Jewish communities.
  • Ethiopian Jews : a recognized Jewish community, sometimes discussed under “Black Judaism” because of their African heritage.
  • Neturei Karta : this is an Orthodox Jewish sect , but it is not what people usually mean by “black Jews.” It is known for anti-Zionist views.

Most likely answer

If someone says “black Jews,” they are often talking about Black Hebrew Israelites , not an Orthodox Jewish sect. That group is distinct from mainstream Orthodoxy.

Why the confusion happens

The phrase gets used loosely online for different identities and communities, so it can mix together race, religion, and sect in a confusing way. That is why the same label may point to very different groups.

TL;DR

“Black Jews” is a broad label, not one Orthodox sect; the closest common match people often mean is Black Hebrew Israelites , while Neturei Karta is an unrelated Orthodox sect.