1. Done by:
Tasia Nelson

2. What is Rastafarianism
Rastafarianism began in Jamaica during the
1930s after the crowing of Ras Tafari
as Negus of Ethiopia, “King of Kings”. After the
coronation his title was changed to
Emperor Haile Selassie I. Selassie also took
the titles, "Conquering Lion of the Tribe of Judah,
Elect of God and King of the Kings of Ethiopia."

3. Rastafarians Belief System
 Rastafarians believe in the Judeo-Christian God, whom
they call Jah.
 Rastas follow a dietary law called Ital
 Rastafarians use marijuana during the two main Rastafari
rituals

4. Rituals
 Reasonings
 Nyabingi

5. Symbols
 Dreadlocks
 Red, gold and green
 Naturalness and Simplicity

7. Diet
Food is consumed in its natural state.
Canned foods, preservatives, pork, shellfish and cow’s
milk are shunned as unnatural. Most Rastas are
vegetarians or vegans, adhering to Old Testament rules
about food.