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The Rastafari Movement
The Rastafari movement is a spiritual ideology. Its main origins were in Jamaica and Ethiopia. Rastafari recognizes elements of Christianity and Judaism, although they have their own sets of beliefs as well. The use of marijuana for spiritual reasons is also accepted. Followers of the Rastafari movement often consider their beliefs less of a religion, and more of a way of life.
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Where does Rastafari originate from?
The Rastafarian movement was originated in Jamaica in 1930. this was when the crowning news of Rastafari (Halie Selassie) as king of Ethiopia.this attracted the attention of various Jamaicans who were to some extent influenced by Marcus Garvey.
Rastafarianism is still a child when it comes to the topic religions. It began in 1930 in Jamaica. Marcus Garvey made the prediction that a black messiah would be born in Africa. A young prince named Ras Tafari, became Emperor of Ethiopia in 1930. Throughout his rein as emperor he was called Haile Selassie, but the name Rastafarianism comes from his original name Ras Tafari.
How many followers in the Rastafari Religion?
About 600,000 to 1,000,000. This cannot be prooved but it is an educated guess.
Can white people be Rastafarian?
Though there are probably white people in the world who call themselves "Rastafarian", it is EXTREMELY likely that no authentic Rastafarian practitioners would ever accept a white-skinned person as a "true" Rastafarian. A distrust of whites runs through many Rastafarian circles and has become a part of Rastafarian background. For some it is even a hatred of whites or a view of them as "the enemy" because powerful "white" nations have either tried to directly oppress believers in the past or have shown little regard for those of other races. The only possible tiny exception I could think of would be that if, perhaps, a white child were born in Jamaica and/or was cared for from infancy by a family who practiced Rastafarian beliefs, maybe they would include him or her in it. I doubt this, however.
Reggae singer Bob Marley is perhaps the most famous follow of Rastafarianism.
Is Rastafarian faith recognised in Australia?
Rastafari is a religion that promotes the smoking of ganja, which is probably illegal in Australia. (People who practice Rastafari don't like the word "Rastafarianism" because the religion opposes "isms" in general).
What are the basic beliefs of rastafarianism?
InI believe in Jah ( short for jehovah which means god..Father,Son,Holy Spirit).
Each one of InI believe differently about Emperor Haile Selassie but they all refer to him as being The Messiah whether he be related, the incarnate, reincarnate, etc...
InI Idicate Iselfs to the morals of Unity respect loyalty love peace etc...
InI believe herb to be a sacrament to be smoked to draw I selfs closer to Jah and true enlightment.
InI believe anyting from the vine to be dirty and not to be eaten mainly the grape and anything made from it.
InI have all taken the Vow of the Nazarite (Numbers CH. 6)
Believe the pig to be dirty and not to be eaten
We feast on Grounation Day(s)
Our flag is the Ethiopian flag with colors reversed most times(Red,top,yellow,mid,green,bottom)
Red for the blood the body Green for land the mother earth Yellow for the sun/sky meaning heaven for the heavens and sun are providers of life...Yo9u never want the blood on the bottom (touching the ground) forit symbolizes death and we do not die but live everlasting.
Anything else just ask
Inna di lights, jahariah
What are the festivals in the rastafari movement?
did you know that at one time the "Rastas" held the Arc of the Covenant? They get together to celebrate love and Light. The arc was moved when the evil ones found its position.
Rastafarian's choose not to cut their hair for they belive that it will weaken them. Also, they belive it's a way to be closer to Jah. Growing dreadlocks is a spiritual journey for Rasta, and they believe that it teaches patience.
What is rastafarians dress code?
They do not base their religion of of herbs and weed. this is a part of it, and is considered the sacred herb put on earth by Jah for use by man. Drinking is majorly against the religion boundries. Also, a chapter a day is the Rasta way (King James Bible).
What is the hierarchy in the rastafari movement?
There is no binding or formal hierarchy in the Rastafai movement.
Many Rastafai consider hierarchy to be connected to Babylon (a term depicting the western society and slavery). There are Rastafai that will join/follow other Rastafai, but such an act is voluntary.
see http://home.wlu.edu/~lubint/touchstone/Rastafarianism-Magee.htm
Not at all. People who follow Rastafari as a way of life may have any kind of job or perform any kind of activity. Dont confuse genuine Rastafrians with dreadlocked students who like to smoke cannabis and laze around. They are NOT the same thing.
Why do rastas say jah rastafari?
the Rasta's say jah Rastafarian which simply means Eternal God Selassie I. why they say
Selassie is because they believe that Selassie whose full name is "Haile Selassie" is GOD, and that he will return to Africa members of the black community who are living in exile.
And the Rasta's mostly say these words when honoring their GOD and then end it with "Jah Rastafarian"
"Glory be to the father and to the maker of creation. As it was in the beginning is now and ever shall be World without end". Jah Rastafarian
Why do Bob Marley call himself rastafari?
Bob Marley was a believer in Rastafari who was the crowned Emperor of
Ethiopia for about 30 years. Rastafari is his title given at his coronation as Emperor and Bob believed he was the Second Advent of Christ on Earth. Or the returned black Messiah (God)
No, they would not be offended. They believe in Jesus and you can do whatever you want with your hair. There are others that don't cut their hair either, like Sikhs.
No, they would not be offended. They believe in Jesus and you can do whatever you want with your hair. There are others that don't cut their hair either, like Sikhs.
No, they would not be offended. They believe in Jesus and you can do whatever you want with your hair. There are others that don't cut their hair either, like Sikhs.
No, they would not be offended. They believe in Jesus and you can do whatever you want with your hair. There are others that don't cut their hair either, like Sikhs.
No, they would not be offended. They believe in Jesus and you can do whatever you want with your hair. There are others that don't cut their hair either, like Sikhs.
No, they would not be offended. They believe in Jesus and you can do whatever you want with your hair. There are others that don't cut their hair either, like Sikhs.
No, they would not be offended. They believe in Jesus and you can do whatever you want with your hair. There are others that don't cut their hair either, like Sikhs.
No, they would not be offended. They believe in Jesus and you can do whatever you want with your hair. There are others that don't cut their hair either, like Sikhs.
No, they would not be offended. They believe in Jesus and you can do whatever you want with your hair. There are others that don't cut their hair either, like Sikhs.
No, they would not be offended. They believe in Jesus and you can do whatever you want with your hair. There are others that don't cut their hair either, like Sikhs.
No, they would not be offended. They believe in Jesus and you can do whatever you want with your hair. There are others that don't cut their hair either, like Sikhs.
Do Rastafarians believe in Jesus Christ?
no
Yes they do!
Rastas believe:
* that Jesus was God in the flesh (an incarnation of God) come in
the form of Mary's son who died on the cross to pay for man's
sins. (thusly, by definition they are a form of Christianity.)
* that Haile Selassie was the 2nd coming of Jesus, or re-incarnation
of God in the flesh come to usher in the kingdom of God. (God's
government or way of governing.)
* the original Hebrews in the bible were of African descent, Jesus
included.
* the "promised land" mentioned in The Bible was not located in
The Middle East, but in Africa, formerly known as Cush/Ethiopia.
(Ethiopia used to encompass most of modern day Africa.)
* members of the African diaspora are direct descendants of these
Hebrews/12 tribes of Israel mentioned in the bible.
* they must follow the Levitical Laws outlined in the Old
Testament of the bible. Therefor, the majority of them are
vegetarians.
* both Samson the Nazerene/Nazerite of whom it is said had 7
locks of hair, and Jesus of Nazereth were from a strict sect of
Jews that swore by the Nazerite vow of not cutting their hair.
Thus they wear there hair in locks and refuse to cut it, as it is
said to contain their strength.
* this worlds system is a form of slavery and deception carried out
by the descendants or the spirit of the former Babylonian Empire
that must be resisted, fought against and eventually destroyed.
* Marijuana/ Ganja is an herb given by God/ Jah that can be traced
back to the times of King Solomon, to help them to separate
their mentality from the stresses and oppression of this world's
system. (Babylon) They also feels that it aids them in spirituality.
* There primary message in today's times is that of Love for all
people, Unity and Desegregation.
Does does the Rastafari Movement have a god?
They call Him "Jah". They believe that Jah Is Father, Son (Jesus Christ) Haile Selassie, and the Holy Spirit.
Answer 1
Rastafarians are Christians. They believe in Jesus also Haile Selassie as the second coming of Jesus. They are not a cult by any means. They also accept all religous views. They accept any color of skin. They say if there is a God that is roman, asian, middle eastern, then, there should be a black God. most follow the Ethiopian orthodox church.
Answer 2
The word "cult" should be restricted to the fringe authoritarian religious groups that: tear families apart, have leaders who claims to have an exalted position, abuse the members' trust, and to use fear and shame to manipulate the followers.
Rastafarianism, by that definition, is clearly a religion.
However, many Christians use the word "cult" improperly to designate a form of Christianity whose ideas are odd or counter to mainstream Christian thought. Under that improper use of the term "cult", those Christians call Rastafarianism a cult.
Why do the Rastafarians say 'I and I' in lieu of 'We'?
We are all one. There is no "you" and "me." Rather than say "you and I" it is more correct to say "I and I." "I and I" sometimes just means "I" instead of "we." There is no difference between "I and I"
