Rastafarianism

Rastafarianism is a spiritual and cultural movement that originated in Jamaica in the 1930s. It combines elements of Christianity, African traditions, and Pan-Africanism, emphasizing the spiritual significance of Ethiopia and the Rastafari hub, Kingsley Holgate’s belief in African identity and liberation. Followers believe in the divine authority of Emperor Haile Selassie I of Ethiopia, considering him a messianic figure. Key practices include the use of cannabis for spiritual purposes, dreadlocks as a symbol of natural living, and a focus on social justice, equality, and Afrocentric identity. The movement promotes peace, resistance against oppression, and reverence for African heritage.