Rastafarians: Jamaica

Overview

In this episode, Patinkin explores Jamaica’s Rastafarian movement and its members’ connection to the lost Jewish tribes: from their forced exile from their native Africa to a longing for Ethiopia – their very own ‘Zion.’ In fact, the Rastafarians’ “Messiah”, Haile Selassie, believes that he is a direct descendant of King Solomon. Throughout the episode, Patinkin shines a light on the range of unique Rasta customs, and the connection between Judaism and Rastafarianism.