THE
RECOMMENDED RASTAFARI CODE OF CONDUCT
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DRAFT 2
PREAMBLE
Human Diversity
"The very diversity of the
worlds peoples today constitutes one of mankind's great resources; the
different philosophies with which nations approach their problems lead
inevitably to a vast array of methods and
techniques. These variations are necessary, for each people must find
solutions which are responsive to its particular needs... each nation will
inevitably pursue that course which appears best suited to its own unique
characteristics…
We seek Africa's economic growth and development, the betterment of the way of life of Africans and all men.”
HIM Haile Selassie 1
Whereas the People of The Rastafari Nation
worldwide:
a.
have affirmed that the Nation of Rastafari is founded upon Kingciples
that acknowledge the Divinity of His Imperial Majesty Haile Selassie 1st Emperor
of Ethiopia, King of Kings, Lord of Lords, Conquering Lion of the Tribe of
Judah, Elect of God and Light of this world, and Empress Wayzero Mennen
b.
faith in fundamental human rights and
freedoms, in a world of free people and the dignity of the human person and the equal and inalienable rights with which all
members of the human family are endowed by their Creator;
c. respect the Kingciples of justice and integrity;
d.
recognize that people remain free only when freedom is founded upon respect for moral and spiritual values.
e. recognizing that
African Liberation must be the concern of all Rastafari people.
f. desire that the Rastafari Code of Conduct should enshrine the above
mentioned Kingciples for ensuring the protection of fundamental human
practices and freedoms;
The following provisions
shall have effect as the Code of Conduct of the Rastafari Nation
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THE RECOMMENDED
RASTAFARI CODE OF CONDUCT
"By word and deed, we have sought to inspire
Our beloved people to retain the past - to cleave to its faith, to preserve its
tradition, to cherish its self respect; and to acclaim the present to recognize
its challenges, to work diligently, to attain higher levels of
achievement."
(The Law of Life, .Haile Selassie I)
O Most high Jah Rastafari INI have love the
habitation of thy house, and the place where thy honor dwelleth
Gather not INI soul with sinners or INI life with bloody men: In whose hand is
mischief and their right is full of bribes.
But as for INI, INI will walk in INI I-tegrity
Redeem INI and be merciful unto INI
INI foot standeth in an even place: in the congregation will INI bless the Lord
Most High
PSALM 26
GENERAL CODE
Rastafari Family must:
1)
Accept the
divinity of Haile Selassie I & Empress Wayzero Mennen
2)
Defend the sovereign rights of Africans
at home and aboard.
3)
Abide by the
laws and teaching of Haile Selassie I (in that, INI must always read and
overstand the selected speeches of Haile Selassie I and apply their relevance
to INI daily lives for the betterment of humanity)
4)
The collected
word of Emperor Haile Selassie I are the true and Ivine foundation of righteous
governance.
5)
I n I must uphold the Kingciples of
African Unity, Justice and Freedoms
6)
It is the
sacred duty of I and I Rastafari sons and daughters to commit I and I selves
wholeheartedly to the cause of African Liberation and Black Reparation, and to
labor with all I and I talents and mental abilities to achieve this goal
7)
Any nation
aspiring to be known as Rastafari must make African Liberation it’s first
priority as stated by His Imperial Majesty Haile Selassie.
Abstinence
Sexual Activities:
SEX;
(1)Homosexuality
(2)Sex with children
(3)Sex with animals
(4)Rape
(5)Oral sex
(6) Whoredom/Prostitution
(7) Never enter into a relationship knowingly aware
of a person’s intimate situation with another, as such to cause a break up or
instability of the family
(8) Never enter into a sexual or intimate
relationship with woman or man, causing disharmony, grief, or strife
(9)Never enter into a sexual/ intimate relationship
involving multiple partners.
(10)Never enter into an
activity in public that depicts sexual actions.
DO NOT
COMMIT:
1)
Abuse, slander or disgrace any Rastafari, brethren or sistren or others
in public places either through the Printed Press, Radio, Television or the Internet.
Suggested Resolutions-
A Rastafari Idren or Sistren should refer any of
the above situations to:
a. One’s house, mansion or organization.
b. One’s peers.
c. One’s Elder.
Note: One should abstain from using the methods of
Justice of the system, except in extreme situations where the social law
advocates the outcome of situation.
One should abstain from using methods of vigilante
justice or any action that would endanger the security of the Rastafari family.
1-
Theft.
2-
Money- Laundering
3-
Drunkenness.
4-
Drug use.
5-
Sale of Drugs.
Suggested Resolution:
Note:
a-
Drunkenness/Drug Use – One is advised to seek counseling and prepare to
stop.
DIETARY
PRACTICE
"And every creeping thing upon the earth shall
be an abomination, it shall not be eaten, whatsoever goeth upon the belly, and
whatsoever goeth upon all four, or whatsoever have more feet among all creeping
things that creep upon the earth, them ye shall not eat, for they are an
abomination"
Lev 11:41-42
Jah said,
behold I have given you every herb bearing seed, which is upon the face of the
earth, and every tree, in which is the fruit of a tree yielding seed, To you it
shall be for meat"
Genesis 1:29
"The leaves of the tree were for the healing
of the nation"
Rev 22:2
What is Ital?
ITAL IS FRESH ORGANIC, UNPROCESSED FOODS.
The highest form of dietary practice is the
consumption of naturally grown foods.
Rastafari who defends the ITAL way of life accept a
more holistic and nature- oriented life style that ones and ones sight to be
more in harmony with the earth.
Ital diet cleanses and purifies the physical being, it also offers the most
life-energizing way of sustaining the physical structure and the inner Irits in
their original crea Rastafari who defends the ITAL way of life accept a more
holistic and nature- oriented life style, that ones and ones sight to be more
in harmony with the earth.
Ital diet cleanse and purify the physical being, it also offers the most
life-energizing way of sustaining the physical structure and the inner Irits in
their original creation.
For members of the Rastafari Family who, due to
cultural or social background, may participate in the eating of fish, but
should AVOID THE FOLLOWING
1)
Animal products/ by products
2)
Process foods /Genetically Modified foods
3)
Sodium salt – (Sea salt can be substituted.)
RASTAFARI REGGAE MUSICIANS, SINGERS, PROMOTERS.MC’s DJ’s
SHOULD ALWAYS:
- Maintain the roots and cultural lyrics of the
music and the standard set by the pioneers.
- conduct themselves with integrity while on stage
and off, which includes activities while on tours, local or foreign.
- must consider making financial contribution to
the social and economic development of the Rastafari Nation.
SHOULD NOT:
Create music and dance that epitomize a woman’s
sexuality or trample on her I-tegrity and self worth, or even influence ones
and ones to consider or commit acts of violence against her. Create music and
lyrics that influence anyone to commit crimes against each other.
Not use His Imperial Majesty’s name casually or in
vain while on stage or off.
AWARENESS
1)
Be concerned with Re Education, Current Events, Politics of African
Liberation, Repatriation and Reparation
2)
I n I must defend the right of all Africans to Repatriate to Africa,
including the descendants of those Africans taken into captivity.
3)
Defend the rights to Repatriation granted by His Imperial Majesty Haile
Selassie I.
4)
Always proud to be African or of African decent
5)
Always proud to be a Rastafari Ingel
6)
InI Rastafari will uphold the spiritual and cultural values of the
ancient Ithiopians, and promote ital livity (culture) as the best and most
appropriate lifestyle for Rastafarians and Africans alike.
7)
Properly maintain his or her children, raising them in the order of
righteousness
8)
Must not enforce religious practices on any individual,
9)
Should not take the name of His Imperial Majesty Haile Selassie 1st
in vain or in casual conversation where it should not be used.
10)
The Rastafari family should always strive to emulate the character of
H.I.M Haile Selassie 1 and Empress Menen in their daily lives.
"As we guarantee to each the right to worship
as he chooses, so we denounce the policy that set man against man on the issue
of religion"
Haile Selassie I Nov 2 1966
AVOID RACIAL
DISCRIMINATION
"Above all Ethiopia is dedicated to the
principle of equality of all men ,irrespective of difference of race, color or
creed .As we do not practice or permit discrimination within our nation , so we
oppose I wherever it is found"
Haile Selassie I Nov 02 1966
Respect for
the Flag of the Lion of Judah
The flag of Ethiopia the tricolor, Red, Gold, and
Green, with the Gold charged with the crown lion, in natural colors supporting
a cross-staff bearing a Red, Gold and Green pennon, known as the Lion of Judah
is the accepted emblem of the Rastafari Nation
(Note the Green the uppermost color, the Gold in the middle, followed by the
Red)
The Emblem
must be
1)
Present when representing Haile Selassie I and Empress Mennen
2) Present at
all individual gates
3) Raised high
at all times
4) Never flown
beneath any other emblem.
The Emblem
must not be
1) Torn, or in
Rags
2) Must never be
worn on feet
3) Used as
decorations in nightclubs and dancehalls
HERB SMOKING
1)
The Hola Sacrament must not be Abused
2)
Not be used for recreational purposes nor given to minors nor mentally
disturbed individuals
3)
Always remember smoking is an individual choice
4)
No foreign substance should be added to the sacrament while in
tabernacle or places of worship during ises.
IMPORTANT RULES RELATING TO SPECIFIC AREAS
All rules that listed in the Nyah Binghi Guide
Lines relating to the Priest, The Nyah
Binghi Grounds, and The Alter of the Tabernacle, The Nyah Binghi Harps,
and The Fire Key must be obeyed. Also the rules and guidelines of all other
houses and organizations should be obeyed according to their guidelines; whether
or not you belong to said house or organization.
Dress Code
-Modest clothing should always be worn. It is
recommended that women cover their heads while at any function or celebration
of Rastafari.
-In the case of the Nyahbinghi Order and the Boboshanti,
specific dress codes are required when attending any and all administrative and
ceremonial events. Nyahbinghi women and Boboshanti women are required to ALWAYS
have their heads covered while in public.
-No shorts or bareback must be permitted at any
Rastafari function
- All tattoos should be fully covered
note: it is not advised or encouraged to put
tattoos on one’s skin, if one doesn’t have a tattoo.
SPECIFIC CODE
1)
Always respect the decision of the Council of Elders ,I-ncients
Guardians of the Faith.
2)
Always acknowledge the contributions of the Patriarchs, Matriarchs and
Founding Fathers of the Faith
3) Never use the I-ncients to obtain money for self
benefits
4)
Always acknowledge the contribution of African Leaders, African
Liberators and Freedom Fighters, noting important dates and events.
Selon ena
fiker igzee abiher yimmasgan
RasTafari
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