rastafarianism
/ˌræstəˈfɛriəˌnɪzəm/
noun
- The religious and cultural movement that originated in Jamaica in the 1930s, which venerates Haile Selassie I as a messianic figure and promotes African identity, peace, and the sacramental use of cannabis.
- Many people associate Rastafarianism with reggae music and dreadlocks.
- He wrote a paper on the history and beliefs of Rastafarianism.
- Rastafarianism has influenced music, art, and fashion around the world.