Jamaicans, especially in the slums around Kingston, took to this notion and merged bedrock Christianity, mixed with Hindu ideals of reincarnation, into a syncretic religion that became known as Rastafarianism or Rastafari worship if we aren’t abiding “isms and schisms” Jamaican Pan-Africanist, Marcus Garvey: “Look to the East, where a black King will be crowned” The prophet Garvey said, “look to Africa where a King will be crowned as the symbol to begin repatriation.” Within years that prophecy was fulfilled. Make reverse passage out of the diaspora to build lives and industry in the Mother Continent. The black nationalist, Marcus Garvey, was trying to initiate a movement of impoverished Caribbeans to leave the West and return to Africa. Some of which rode in automobiles with HIM (His Imperial Majesty). Fought off a cruel invasion and occupation by Fascist Italy from 1935-1941 and eventually became an inspiration to those in Jamaica yearning for a return to the glories of Africa after 400 Years in Babylon.Īnd true to his nickname, Selassie had pet lions. Known as the Conquering Lion of the Tribe of Judah, he led his people into modernity. 2, 1930 – coronation ceremony of Haile Selassie I From victory to rule in two short years (1928-30) Not bad for a governor warrior of a minor province, commanding armies at only 5 foot 2. The Empress, Zewditu, either “died of diabetes” or was poisoned, making way for the 38 year old prince to become Emperor – Haile Selassie I – Power of the Trinity. Often called the Queen of Sheba, her name was Makeda.Īfter some palace intrigues, the young Makonnen commanded an army from the provinces and marched on the capitol of Addis Ababa. The Hebrew King of the Jews Solomon linked up with an Arabian princess in the ancient province of Sheba. Inspired Rasta worship and launched Reggae music into the world Selassie’s royal lineage goes all the way back to the Old Testament by virtue of his father’s mother. In the Horn of Africa where Arabia meets Africa. In a far flung province of Harar in Ethiopia a child was born. *Not Rastafarians – that is an ism and schism But especially noted on his birthday: July 23, 1892.įor 34 years, more than half of every song featured on Smile Jamaica are Rastafari* gospel tributes. Smile Jamaica celebrates his life and legacy in song every week. The Head Creator and Power of the Trinity. The Negusa Negast, King of Kings, Lord of Lords, Conquering Lion of the Tribe of Judah.
Makonnen became Emperor of Ethiopia and revealed as the embodiment of Christ – Haile Selassie I
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