Dreadlocks: This is an important aspect of the Rastafari movement because they believe that their hair is a source of their strength and is written in the Old Testament such as Leviticus 21:5. Another belief, is that it’s a representation of the lion’s mane (Frank, kevin).
Ganja: Rastafarians are known to smoke the herb for ritual purposes. Ganja is usually smoked during what they call reasoning sessions. It is smoked to bring them closer to Jah and bring them spiritual awareness (Pretorius, S.P.).
Reggae music: This has had great impact on the Rastafari movement by spreading the movement across the world. The music of Bob Marley has been one of the most influential and became popular in many countries bringing attention to the movement …show more content…
he red is for the blood of black people killed; green is for vegetation; gold is for the wealth of Ethiopia, and black represents the color of the African skin. There is a lion that is present on the flag which represents the Lion of Judah; the messiah Haile Selassie is often referred to as the “Conquering Lion of the Tribe of Judah” (Issitt and Main).
The crowing of Ras Tafari Makonnen, is celebrated by many Rastafarians has it marks the crowning of their Messiah. Before he was crown Emperor of Ethiopia, Haile Selassie I was known as Ras Tafari Makonnen. Groundation day, is the name given to the first and only time Haile Selassie has ever visited Jamaica. This day is usually celebrated with a Nyabinghi session (“SHAMAN: Grounation Day A Celebration Of Rastafari, Bob Marley”). Nyabinghi session is a gathering in which Rastafarians play drums and chants. The name Nyabinghi is said to be taken from a group of tribal women in Uganda. These women fought against the Europeans and would often play the drums. They were led by a woman named Muhumusa who was said to be possessed by a tribal queen name Nyabinghi (Uwechia,
Ganja: Rastafarians are known to smoke the herb for ritual purposes. Ganja is usually smoked during what they call reasoning sessions. It is smoked to bring them closer to Jah and bring them spiritual awareness (Pretorius, S.P.).
Reggae music: This has had great impact on the Rastafari movement by spreading the movement across the world. The music of Bob Marley has been one of the most influential and became popular in many countries bringing attention to the movement …show more content…
he red is for the blood of black people killed; green is for vegetation; gold is for the wealth of Ethiopia, and black represents the color of the African skin. There is a lion that is present on the flag which represents the Lion of Judah; the messiah Haile Selassie is often referred to as the “Conquering Lion of the Tribe of Judah” (Issitt and Main).
The crowing of Ras Tafari Makonnen, is celebrated by many Rastafarians has it marks the crowning of their Messiah. Before he was crown Emperor of Ethiopia, Haile Selassie I was known as Ras Tafari Makonnen. Groundation day, is the name given to the first and only time Haile Selassie has ever visited Jamaica. This day is usually celebrated with a Nyabinghi session (“SHAMAN: Grounation Day A Celebration Of Rastafari, Bob Marley”). Nyabinghi session is a gathering in which Rastafarians play drums and chants. The name Nyabinghi is said to be taken from a group of tribal women in Uganda. These women fought against the Europeans and would often play the drums. They were led by a woman named Muhumusa who was said to be possessed by a tribal queen name Nyabinghi (Uwechia,