Tag: Ital diet
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Discerning Sincerity in Rastafari Faith: Chaplain Evaluation Guide
Discerning the sincerity of Rastafari faith, especially in institutional settings (like correctional chaplaincy or community programs), requires a unique approach—because Rastafari is not a religion of outward ritual or church attendance. It’s a livity—a way of life that is personal, disciplined, and rooted in overstanding, not performance. Here’s how one might go about discerning sincerity…
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Rastafarian terms (Iyaric) and Jamaican Patois, along with their English translations
You’re touching on something central to Rastafari word-sound power—the belief that language carries vibration, and many common English phrases are Babylonian spells that reinforce death, submission, or negativity. Here’s a breakdown of words/phrases in everyday English that Rastas often avoid (or “bun”) due to their hidden connections to death or spiritual defilement, with alternatives often…
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Kosher Diet vs Halal for Rastafarians in the Absence of Ital Options
In situations where no Ital (Rastafarian-approved) dietary options are available, and one must choose between a Kosher or Halal diet, Kosher may be the more spiritually aligned and practically reliable choice—especially for Rastafarians or others observing Ital livity—for the following key reasons: Key Reasons Kosher is Preferable for Rastafarians Comparison Table: Kosher vs Halal for…
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Why a Re-entry Plan Matters for a Rasta Inmate
1. Maintaining Spiritual Discipline Rastafari is a way of life built on principles like livity, natural living, and spiritual awareness. A structured re-entry plan helps a Rasta maintain: 2. Health and Nutrition Many Rastafari follow an Ital diet and natural wellness lifestyle. Transitioning back into society with a clear plan makes it easier to: 3.…