Virtual Jamaica: Rastafarianism

Today we will explore The Rastas...

https://youtu.be/OjvP08LYNtU?si=B-9rabR_IC1LHckt 

A religion born in Ethiopia in the 1930's.

The beliefs are based on an interpretation of the Christian Bible.

Jah is the monotheistic "god" and Haile Selassie (Emperor of Ethiopia  1930-1974) is  considered The Messiah...or among some merely a prophet.

They wear their hair dreadlocked...eat Ital...partake of ganja as sacrament...follow patriarchal roles...and believe the ultimate goal is to repatriate to Africa.

24 Hours with Rasta People

https://youtu.be/UL7ctJwoVpU?si=0595uyzPtkOD1DYh

The Ital Diet is natural...very little sugar or salt...no additives...mostly vegetables and fruits...no pork or shellfish...

They also avoid alcohol and hard drugs.

They do not partake of food prepared by non-rastas or by menstruating women. 

Often, they gather their dreadlocks back in a Tam...or woven head covering.

 

 Next time, we will have an adventure in Ital Cooking!