Jamaican Culture
Introduction An introduction to Rastafari & the goal of these series of articles.
The Origins Of Rastafari Learn about the origins of Rastafari and the environment that influenced its origins.
What Do Rastafarians Believe A brief overview to the basic belief system of Rastafari.
Rastafari Comparison to Christianity And Judaism A brief comparison to the religions of Rastafari to Christianity and Judaism.
Important Books In Rastafarian Theology An overview of the books, including the Holy Piby, that have shaped Rastafari.
The Key Figures 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" 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 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 An overview of His Imperial Majesty (H.I.M.) Haile Selassie's historic visit to Jamaica.
The Rastafarian Orders/Sects There are 3 main Rastafarian sects/orders. Learn the similarities & differences of these sects/orders.
Marijuana And Other Rasta Symbols Learn more about Rastafarian use of Marijuana (Ganja) and other symbols.
The Dreadlocks Hairstyle Learn about the origins of dreadlocks & the use of it by some for monetary.
Interviews with Abunda Yesehaq who Baptised Bob Marley 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 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 An overview of the influence of Rastafari on Jamaican culture.
Rastafari's Future Where is Rastafari going and what are some of the trends.
Reggae Music And Rastafari Jamaica is known worldwide for Reggae music. Learn how Rastafari took Reggae music to the world.
Ital Food Diet plays a very important role in Rastafari. Learn about Ital & how it relates to relates to Rastafari.
Race & Women In Rastafari Learn about the roles race and women in Rastafari.
