Jan Sat 7
Christmas Day (Ethiopian)
Rastafarians believe Ethiopia to be their spiritual homeland, and a place to which they want to return.
Apr Sat 21
Anniversary of Haile Selassie's visit to Jamaica
Marks the date Haile Selassie I visited Jamaica in 1966. Haile Selassie was the Emperor of Ethiopia. Rastas believe Haile Selassie is God, and that he will return to Africa members of the black community who are living in exile.
Jul Mon 23
Birthday of Haile Selassie I
Haile Selassie was the Emperor of Ethiopia. Rastas believe Haile Selassie is God, and that he will return to Africa members of the black community who are living in exile.
Aug Fri 17
Birthday of Marcus Garvey
Commemorates the Birthday of Marcus Garvey, the Jamaican politician born in 1887 who predicted the crowning of a King in Africa, and instigated the 'Back to Africa' movement.
Sep Tue 11
Ethiopian New Year
The start of the New Year in Ethiopia is recognised because Rastafarians believe Ethiopia to be their spiritual homeland, and a place to which they want to return.
Nov Fri 2
Coronation of Emperor Haile Selassie I
Haile Selassie was the Emperor of Ethiopia. Rastas believe Haile Selassie is God, and that he will return to Africa members of the black community who are living in exile.
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