Jamaica - Rastafari

Video footage of Emperor Haile Selassie’s 1966 visit to Jamaica

Mon, 25 Apr 2011 12:30:02 UT

Video footage of Emperor Haile Selassie’s April 21, 1966 historic visit to Jamaica. Over 100,000 Rastafarians from all over descended on the airport, having heard that the man whom they considered to be the Messiah was coming. Selassie told the Rastafarians they should not immigrate to Ethiopia until they had found freedom in Jamaica.

Rastafari

Wed, 04 Jun 2008 23:56:20 UT

Introduction

Sun, 01 Jun 2003 17:00:00 UT

An introduction to Rastafari & the goal of these series of articles.

The Origins Of Rastafari

Sat, 31 May 2003 17:00:00 UT

Learn about the origins of Rastafari and the environment that influenced its origins.

What Do Rastafarians Believe

Fri, 30 May 2003 17:00:00 UT

A brief overview to the basic belief system of Rastafari.

Rastafari Comparison to Christianity And Judaism

Thu, 29 May 2003 17:00:00 UT

A brief comparison to the religions of Rastafari to Christianity and Judaism.

Important Books In Rastafarian Theology

Wed, 28 May 2003 17:00:00 UT

An overview of the books, including the Holy Piby, that have shaped Rastafari.

Editorial "THE FAILURE OF HAILE SELASSIE AS EMPEROR" by Marcus Garvey

Tue, 27 May 2003 17:00:00 UT

Here is the main article many Garveyites quote on why Marcus Garvery never endorsed Haile Selassie as the Black Messiah.

The Key Figures

Tue, 27 May 2003 17:00:00 UT

Even though His Imperial Majesty (H.I.M.) Haile Selassie is probably the most prominent figure, there are other players.

The Marcus Garvey's Statement called Rastafari "Prophecy"

Tue, 27 May 2003 17:00:00 UT

Here is the article many Rastafarians Refer to as the Prohecy by Marcus Garvey. It was Published November 8, 1930 in his Jamaican newspaper, The Blackman:

About H.I.M. Haile Selassie

Mon, 26 May 2003 17:00:00 UT

An overview of the central figure in Rastafari, His Imperial Majesty (H.I.M.) Haile Selassie, including his denial of deity in an interview with CBS.

H.I.M. Haile Selassie's Visit to Jamaica

Sun, 25 May 2003 17:00:00 UT

An overview of His Imperial Majesty (H.I.M.) Haile Selassie's historic visit to Jamaica.

Emperor Haile Selassie's Denial Of Being The Messiah

Sun, 25 May 2003 17:00:00 UT

The Rastafarian Orders/Sects

Sat, 24 May 2003 17:00:00 UT

There are 3 main Rastafarian sects/orders. Learn the similarities & differences of these sects/orders.

Marijuana And Other Rasta Symbols

Fri, 23 May 2003 17:00:00 UT

Learn more about Rastafarian use of Marijuana (Ganja) and other symbols.

The Dreadlocks Hairstyle

Thu, 22 May 2003 17:00:00 UT

Learn about the origins of dreadlocks & the use of it by some for monetary.

Interviews with Abunda Yesehaq who Baptised Bob Marley

Wed, 21 May 2003 17:00:00 UT

Here are media "clips" from two interviews with Archbishop Abuna Yesehaq on Bob Marley's Christian baptism before his death.

The Ethiopian Orthodox Church & Bob Marley's Baptism And The Church

Wed, 21 May 2003 17:00:00 UT

The Ethiopian Orthodox Church which was established by order of His Imperial Majesty (H.I.M.) Haile Selassie, has had a very turbulent relationship. Learn more about this church, including the baptism of Bob Marley.

Rastafari & Jamaican Culture

Tue, 20 May 2003 17:00:00 UT

An overview of the influence of Rastafari on Jamaican culture.

Rastafari's Future

Tue, 20 May 2003 17:00:00 UT

Where is Rastafari going and what are some of the trends.

Reggae Music And Rastafari

Mon, 19 May 2003 17:00:00 UT

Jamaica is known worldwide for Reggae music. Learn how Rastafari took Reggae music to the world.

Ital Food

Sun, 18 May 2003 17:00:00 UT

Diet plays a very important role in Rastafari. Learn about Ital & how it relates to relates to Rastafari.

Race & Women In Rastafari

Sat, 17 May 2003 17:00:00 UT

Learn about the roles race and women in Rastafari.