The scholar of religion Darren J. N. Middleton suggested that it was appropriate to speak of "a plethora of Rasta spiritualities " rather than a single phenomenon.

Dec 29, 2025 · Based on their reading of the Old Testament, many Rasta men uphold patriarchal values, and the movement is often charged with sexism by both insiders and outsiders.

This page provides an overview of the Rastafari movement including statistics, practices and history. Rastafari is a young, Africa-centred religion which developed in Jamaica in the 1930s ...

Oct 9, 2009 · Rastafari is a young, Africa-centred religion which developed in Jamaica in the 1930s, following the coronation of Haile Selassie I as King of Ethiopia in 1930. Rastafarians …

Mar 9, 2025 · What is the Rasta stance on race? Early Rastafari emphasized black empowerment, but today many Rastas accept people of all racial backgrounds who embrace …

Nov 27, 2017 · Learn about the fascinating Rastafarian beliefs and practices, including facts on their diet, the colors they wear.

The Rastafari movement (or "Rasta" for short) is a Jamaican religion that accepts Haile Selassie I, the former emperor of Ethiopia, as " Jah " (the Rasta name for God incarnate - a shortened …