Taking Up the Cross of Kristos

Greetings Dawtas of Ithiopia,

I just want to give a little strength and encouragement for the daily trod. I know sometimes it can be hard to just be RasTafari, even though you already know and live RasTafari. Sometimes external forces rise up and try to shake your hola foundation. These are tests of faith that must be met with diligence, truth and love for JAH and right. They are part of taking up the Cross of JAH RasTafari, to live and walk as Kristos lived and walked.

Sighting RasTafari is not an easy trod, it is filled with ups and down, round-abouts, doubts and uneasiness. But one thing that cannot be compromised in all those ups and downs, is the truth and the mission of I and I. No matter what each individual Ras experiences, JAH RasTafari remains the same. Because of that, only the Lioness-hearted can serve the reality of RasTafari livity as it comes with its knocks and prejudices, only true faith in JAH can see a Dawta through.

Not only is it hard just to accept JAH and Kristos in flesh and to change one’s life to reflect that awakening in the Word or Law; but it is hard to maintain old relationships that do not support the new change of mind and heart – the learned wisdom and overstanding of JAH. Wisdom requires one to act justly and correctly, to shun abomination and evil. The reality is that in Sighting up, every Ras develops new thoughts, new viewpoints, a new way of carrying on and living – the Personality of JAH is consciously received and reflected. That means that who you used to be in your Babylonian life is old and dead, and therefore the kind of relationship you had with others change also.

It ends up that in trodding Fari the biggest fight comes from those closest to you who showcase more resentment than the average curiosity of strangers. Most times it is just their own ignorance of the truth and their inability to see the benefits in shunning certain traditions for better ones – the list goes on. Their resentment stems from the fact that your new principles mean that you refuse them things you never did before – the change from their side of things is therefore unwelcomed. They want things to be how they were, for you to remain how you always have been. They don’t want to hear the better way to do it, or the better way to live, or think. The life they live has worked thus far and they have no intentions to change it unless it’s to gain more money to achieve more Babylonian things of course. Your not wanting to live how you were raised becomes an insult to them. Some Rases are thrown out of their home because they refuse to honour their family’s way of life.

But of course it is not to discount that there are those true loved ones that through their own spirituality will see the benefits and welcome the changes of righteousness. Educating yourself on JAH and knowing the Word will keep you strong and able to defend yourself against the ignorance and hate of others. People can raspect you even if they don't agree or like what you say. RasTafari involves learning the art of tact, and to be diplomatic with Wisdom and JAH is as King of Kings and Empress. Every Ras should try to overstand that many people don’t overstand JAH, Krist or the ways of Krist even if they claim a religion. They put themselves and their traditions above truth and right. They are really not concerned with who or how JAH is, because the idea of JAH is an “after-death” revelation and occasion. Hearing the Order Rastafari brings is an offence because they prefer the pleasures of ignorance. But because it’s tradition doesn’t make it right.

So it is not your job as Fari to worry about the knick-pickers too much – it is your job to study your own personal righteousness and trod. It is up to them also, to do what is right or not. Once you yourself learn right however, to go back on it would only make you yourself the fool. It is your job to maintain positivity and love in spite of the new differences that develop between you – to think “What Would JAH Do?” It is simpler to reach a cordial impasse with the more difficult personalities, than to give up on your Calling because of others. Though we love our family and friends, they cannot live our lives for us, every individual is responsible for their own internal state of consciousness, their own salvation from tribulation, sin and evil. And at the day of transition or “judgment”, no one can stand up and account for your deeds and misdeeds but yourself. No one can argue on behalf of your heart and motives, your choices but you. Sometimes it is even better to ask yourself who really would sacrifice their own soul for you? It is simpler to leave them to their own devices and to focus on doing better yourself. It is wiser to share love with them in spite of their bad attitudes, and hope that they too will have a change of heart.

Yesus Kristos was one that said that being Nazirene, or hola, meant not going back to the old ways, to live a life that is different from the life you had before. New Jerusalem couldn’t be like the old Jerusalem, could it? He said it was necessary for all followers to lose their current identities, their livelihoods, their families, their former occupations, so that they could truly gain Life. They had to do better works than before, that they could gain all the fruits of the Irit. What the Nazirene would receive for dying and being reborn in baptism or Iritual resurrection would be tenfold over what was lost.

Do you feel me? RasTafari is all about giving up the old robe, the old body, the old brainwashed mind for the Ithiopian New Jahrusalem. The Dread symbolizes renewal and movement out of the wrong into the right. Bob Marley’s Exodus is one of my favourites because He is giving I and I this same message, check the verses:

Many people will fight ya down
When ya see Jah light.
Let me tell you if you're not wrong; Everything is all right.
So we gonna walk - all right! - through de roads of creation:
We the generation trod through great tribulation.

Open your eyes and look within:
Are you satisfied with the life you're living?
We know where we're going, uh!
We know where we're from.
We're leaving Babylon,
We're going to our Father land.

Jah come to break downpression,
Rule equality,
Wipe away transgression,
Set the captives free.

Taking up the cross of RasTafari therefore means taking up the Cross of Kristos, of JAH, to suffer as He suffered, to love as He loved perfectly, to do justice as He does. That means to leave off:

Ignorance for truth

Hate for love

War and hate for peace

Vanity for goodwill

Sin for righteousness

Injustice for justice

Babylon for Zion

The past life for new life in Kristos

The old habits for Ivine Livity -way of life


JAH gives I and I Rastafari many blessings in our Livity: healthy bodies, children, loving relationships with man and nature, a deep fulfilling creative talent, contentment in I-Self and Identity. Let no one extinguish the Light of JAH within beloved Sistren.

Blessed Love

Sis. Ila

Scripture for when feeling Angry Tempted and Rebellious

Greetings to all my readers - 

I've been busy crocheting, sewing and designing everyday in addition to home duties, I've done tutorials as well.

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Well, another good sistren of mine said she like the Bible quotes I put up... I decided to add two more to keep the flow of JAH going. When you feel angry, tempted, or rebellious against someone or something, think, pause, Iditate on these words:

Word Sound for when I and I are feeling:

 Angry

So then, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath; for the wrath of man does not produce the righteousness of God (James 1:19-20)


“Be angry, and do not sin”: do not let the sun go down on your wrath, And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, by whom you were sealed for the day of redemption. Let all bitterness, wrath, anger, clamor, and evil speaking be put away from you, with all malice. And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God in Krist forgave you. (Ephesians 4:26, 30-32)


A soft answer turns away wrath, But a harsh word stirs up anger. (Proverbs 15:1)


Pleasant words are like a honeycomb, Sweetness to the soul and health to the bones. (Proverbs 16:24)

 
A wise man fears and departs from evil, But a fool rages and is self-confident. A quick-tempered man acts foolishly, And a man of wicked intentions is hated. (Proverbs 14:16-17)

He who is slow to wrath has great understanding, But he who is impulsive exalts folly.
 (Proverbs 14:29)


He who is slow to anger is better than the mighty, And he who rules his spirit than he who takes a city. (Proverbs 16:32)


If your enemy is hungry, give him bread to eat; And if he is thirsty, give him water to drink; For so you will heap coals of fire on his head, And the Lord will reward you. (Proverbs 25:21-22)


Cease from anger, and forsake wrath; Do not fret—it only causes harm. (Psalm 37:8)



Do not hasten in your spirit to be angry, For anger rests in the bosom of fools. (Ecclesiastes 7:9)



“For if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. (Matthew 6:14)


But I say to you that whoever is angry with his brother without a cause shall be in danger of the judgment. And whoever says to his brother, ‘Raca!’ shall be in danger of the council. But whoever says, ‘You fool!’ shall be in danger of hell fire. Therefore if you bring your gift to the altar, and there remember that your brother has something against you, leave your gift there before the altar, and go your way. First be reconciled to your brother, and then come and offer your gift. (Matthew 5:22-24)

But now you yourselves are to put off all these: anger, wrath, malice, blasphemy, filthy language out of your mouth. Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, put on tender mercies, kindness, humility, meekness, longsuffering; bearing with one another, and forgiving one another, if anyone has a complaint against another; even as Krist forgave you, so you also must do. But above all these things put on love, which is the bond of perfection. (Colossians 3:8, 12-14)


Rebellious

It is not good to eat much honey; So to seek one’s own glory is not glory. (Proverbs 25:27)

Let this mind be in you which was also in Krist Yesus, who, being in the form of God, did not consider it robbery to be equal with God, but made Himself of no reputation, taking the form of a bondservant, and coming in the likeness of men. And being found in appearance as a man, He humbled Himself and became obedient to the point of death, even the death of the cross.

(Philippians 2:5-8)


So Samuel said: “Has the Lord as great delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices, As in obeying the voice of the Lord? Behold, to obey is better than sacrifice, And to heed than the fat of rams. For rebellion is as the sin of witchcraft, And stubbornness is as iniquity and idolatry.
Because you have rejected the word of the Lord, He also has rejected you...” (1 Samuel 15:22-23)

Therefore gird up the loins of your mind, be sober, and rest your hope fully upon the grace that is to be brought to you at the revelation of [JAH Rastafari Sela]; as obedient children, not conforming yourselves to the former lusts, as in your ignorance; (1 Peter 1:13-14)


Likewise you younger people, submit yourselves to your elders. Yes, all of you be submissive to one another, and be clothed with humility, for “God resists the proud, But gives grace to the humble.” Therefore humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you in due time.

 (1 Peter 5:5-6)


If you are willing and obedient, You shall eat the good of the land; But if you refuse and rebel, You shall be devoured by the sword”; For the mouth of the Lord has spoken. (Isaiah 1:19-20)


Therefore submit to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you. (James 4:7)


And there is no creature hidden from His sight, but all things are naked and open to the eyes of Him to whom we must give account. (Hebrews 4:13)


Obey those who rule over you, and be submissive, for they watch out for your souls, as those who must give account. Let them do so with joy and not with grief, for that would be unprofitable for you. (Hebrews 13:17)


This I say, therefore, and testify in the Lord, that you should no longer walk as the rest of the Gentiles walk, in the futility of their mind, having their understanding darkened, being alienated from the life of God, because of the ignorance that is in them, because of the blindness of their heart;

(Ephesians 4:17-18)


For you were once darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Walk as children of light

(Ephesians 5:8)


Those who fear the Lord do not disobey his commands; those who love him will live as he wants them to live. Those who fear and love the Lord will try to please him and devote themselves to the Law. Those who fear the Lord are always ready to serve him. They humble themselves before him, and say, “We place our destiny in the hands of the Lord, not in human hands, because his mercy is as great as his majesty.” (Sirach 2:15-18)


Pride has its beginning when a person abandons the Lord, his maker. Pride is like a fountain pouring out sin, and whoever persists in it will be full of wickedness. (Sirach 10:12-13)


Tempted


My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. (James 1:2-3)


Blessed is the man who endures temptation; for when he has been approved, he will receive the crown of life which the Lord has promised to those who love Him. Let no one say when he is tempted, “I am tempted by God”; for God cannot be tempted by evil, nor does He Himself tempt anyone. But each one is tempted when he is drawn away by his own desires and enticed. 

(James 1:12-14)


Therefore submit to JAH. Resist the devil and he will flee from you. (James 4:7)


You are of God, little children, and have overcome them, because He who is in you is greater than he who is in the world.

(1 John 4:4)


In this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while, if need be, you have been grieved by various trials, that the genuineness of your faith, being much more precious than gold that perishes, though it is tested by fire, may be found to praise, honour, and glory at the revelation of Yesus Kristos, and Qedamawi Haile Selassie I
(1 Peter 1:6-7)


Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. Put on the whole armour of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil...above all, taking the shield of faith with which you will be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked one.
(Ephesians 6:10-11, 16)


If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
(1 John 1:9)

The Love of JAH surround the I~

Ila

Twelve Basic Steps to Ital Livity

Selamta, peace be upon the I!

I do hope that all RasTa or Afro Queens and Dawtas are blessed and in Irie Irits :)
As I said before, I would try to post as much on Ital Livity as I can, to help those who want to eat and live better, or who wish to lose weight. Today's tips are basic steps towards becoming Ital in the everyday routine...

As RasTafari say, "Ital is Vital!"
Hopping aboard the Ital train takes a lot of costs, preparation and build up - you have to get informed about the journey, make all the necessary equipment or utensil or food purchases, and you've got to stick to your schedule, do what is planned, and full-joy it.
As it pertains to "becoming" more Ital conscious, it's not as simple as one might think
- Ital is not just about not eating animal products -
 Ital Livity is about learning:
the nutritional and toxic value of foods, beverages and medicines;
the correct proportions of foods, herbs and beverages to eat and drink;
how best to prepare each food and herb to derive the most nutritional value;
how to use plants and elements to live, heal and cure rather than as an emotional appetite;
how to substitute toxic foods, beverages and medicines for healthier, natural options; and also
how to cultivate the most organic foods for self-sustenance.

In other words, Ital is an entire lifestyle, awareness and movement which takes a lot of commitment, zeal, budgeting and patience.

Because there is so much to consider, one can easily feel overwhelmed, and stumble over many blocks along the path. Hopefully these and other points to follow can make light of an entire lifestyle:

 1. Purchase some literature on food and nutrition and holistic living. Try authors such as Suzar, Queen Afua and Dr. Llaila Africa.

2. Increase your intake of herbs (cooking and tea herbs), nuts, seeds, peas, beans, ground provision, vegetables and fruits each day.

 3. Eat vegetables raw as much as possible, or steam them for no more than 5-8 minutes. Always try to prepare them in a way that preserves the nutrients.

4. Drink herbal tea, garlic, ginger, beetroot, lemon, water as much as possible. Juice everyday, or drink natural juices and coconut water more than store bought juices which are pasteurised, or lack in nutrients.

5. Buy less or no sweets, snacks, shelf-foods which contain animal products, preservatives and sugars that damage the nervous and immune systems. It is better to make your own snacks and meals than to buy "ready-made" or one-step cooking products.

6. Seek natural herbal cures for problems like high blood pressure, cancer, diabetes, stomach upset, depression, anxiety, pain, cramps, ADD/ADHD, autism and so on; instead of depending on pharmaceuticals which are damaging to the body.

7. Refrain from vaccinations, steroids, toiletries, dyes, relaxers. dairy, flesh, birth control pills, alcohol and drugs which all damage the internal organs, systems and cause diseases later in life and are fatal.

8. Use natural cleaning products for beauty and for cleaning the home. Baking Soda, lime, orange oil and vinegar are great natural cleaning agents for the home. Citronella is a great bug repellent. Baking soda can also be used as a face scrub and toothpaste.

9. Commune with nature often, find joy in the beauty of nature and in relaxation away from society.

10. Exercise the body and do good works for the Irit daily.

11. Treat the earth, air and waters with raspect, do not contribute to pollution and speak out against bad habits whenever possible.

12. Start some kind of home garden, even if you don't have land you can use pots. IN this day and age with GMO and chemicals, it is better to know where your food comes from if you want to remain healthy and immune to common dis-eases. Plastic bottles can be recycled to make pots as well. Be creative and find places and ways to grow your own food. Check out Mbele Tv for more information on how to DIY.


Well that's all I could think of for now, as I'm sure there are more points to Ital Livity than these.
As promised, I will make posts over time that will contain information pertaining to these basic points too - especially sugars, chemicals, vaccinations and Ital beauty. Hopefully my Sistren will write a few posts too!

Though it's not definitive and filled with details, this list can still help to give a clearer picture of Ital and help ones evaluate their current level of Ital Livity. I personally need to work on cleaning the home with natural products rather than these disinfectants which are so strong and toxic! Everyday I'm working to eat more raw and less sugar - I am working up the nerve to cut out sugar and shelf-foods altogther, which can only really be done right when you have a good home garden going, or a nice organic grocer.

Regardless of the little difficulties that prevent us from eating and living as Ital as we'd like, Don't give up the trod! Ital is the key to the God-Self and Sacred Wombmanhood.

Selah! RasTafari
Ila

Queen Omega Livity Principles of the RasTa Empress

Blessed Love
Heart of Sabbath and Heart of Selabration Love on this blessed Garvey Earthstrong!

More love, strength and power to all Ithiopian Queens and Dawtas who are giving thanks for the Prophet of Black Isra'el.

Though I should post something to honour Marcus Mosiah Garvey, I am moved to post this summary on the character and attitude of Empress Menen Asfaw in the key roles she played in Her lifetime as the Proverbs 31Virtuous Wombman or Wife of Valor, Ethiopian Empress, Hebrew Matriarch, the Blessed Sacred Feminine, the Goddess of the God-Head JAH Rastafari, King Alpha and Queen Omega.

 

 "Her Personality was indeed a true and clear womb-manifestation of the Wise Wombman, Virtuous Wife, Mother, Patroness, HandMaid, Daughter, Warrior, and Queen. Every purpose, deal and deed reflected Her submission to serve with love; Her unwavering faith and commitment to righteousness; as well as honouring Ethiopia, the Teachings of Immanuel Yesus Kristos, and Her sacred marriage vows to Man and God.

As the RasTafari Wombman’s Identity is empowered by her connection to such Omega-Goddess energies; the following capture the virtuous points of principle by which Empress Menen Asfaw thrived and ruled. The Empress teaches the King’s Royal Dawta to:

• Put prayer and Ises first in life. To pray regularly and always be conscious of JAH within and all around, in others and in the natural world.

• Be faithful to JAH and keep the Holy Laws and Commandments of Isra’el (such as the Mosaic, Nazirene, Nazirite) no matter what misfortunes, trials and tribulations happen in life.

• Turn to JAH, the Ingels and ancestral Saints in times of hardship, for all personal and spiritual guidance, healing and inspiration.

• Be a patroness of the Tabernacle – to ensure it is kept clean, beautified and well-furnished for its priests and congregation.

• Be dutiful, loyal, hardworking, respectful, loving and kind in all roles in life: as daughter, mother, sister, wife, queen, nun or any political or social leadership.

• Fully support and stand by the King-Man, defending and protecting one’s property. Being knowledgeable, skilful and wise enough to take on his roles or work in his absence, and to assist and strengthen him in all tasks and struggles as Head of the house.

• Be a caring, disciplinary and protective mother, keeping children and grandchildren close to home; raising them to be of goodwill; submissive to their parents, God, church and education.

• Be mindful of one’s health and appearance: modest, appropriately attired, clean and observing fasting and vegetarian livity principles.

• Be of humble spirit and nature: a woman of knowledge yet few words in the courts of the Brethren, capable of reasoning or speaking wisdom, and encouragement at the given moment. Known for showing more through kind actions, than words.

• Be an avid entrepreneur, creating businesses that provide for self, family and community.

• Be compassionate for those in need and never neglect to find or establish solutions to provide for the poor.

• Be a good role model to young girls and adult women by always showing mature attitude and work ethic, and by helping them to live better lives in whatever way possible.

• Collaborate with other like-minded women and care-providers, and commit to doing good works for the elder and juvenile community.

• Never give up on any goals or aspirations, or new ideas which will bring good to your life and the lives of others - perseverance is the mother of success. "

Selah!

 

I offer this word sound to the Sistren who gather for reasoning and who perform works in the Name of JAH RasTafari, who have organization or fellowship with other Dawtas, or who wish to discuss the character of Empress as a True Mother of the Black Nation.
It is very  important to read the Biography to capture the fullness of Her character and life!


Hail Queen Omega, Mother and Goddess of Love
RasTafari!
Sis. Ila