The POWER OF WORDSOUND

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The Rastafari concept of Word Sound & Power derives from most ancient Afrikan philosophy and spirituality in regard to the spoken word, incantations, sacred songs, & prayers. 

The question arises; How would we change our mode of speech and communication if we lived and breathed this concept? That every word is a prayer, a song, or a chant. Some may argue it would change nothing as humans use language as a reflection of our state of mind. But I argue something different. I uphold the idea that there are universal expressions that surpass the confines of human language but can be used as vehicles to transfer the messages of love, peace, integrity, and righteousness all over the planet.

This reminds of a scene from the film Amistad  where Cinque and several other recently liberated Afrikans were celebrating joyfully after winning there first trial. Their attorney explained to Cinque that Babylon court shistem switched the rules and that they "almost" won the case. Cinque could not comprehend! His translator could not transfer meaning because there was no word in Mende for "almost". Either you do or you don't do something in Mende culture. To me this speaks volumes to the level of corruption of America's so-called Justice system and the integrity and resolve of my ancestral people.

I'm writing today because recent experiences have taught me that people's words even today no matter how formal or broken, the English language can be contorted and manipulated to get the best or worst out of people. Including myself being on both sides of the coin.But in upholding my overstanding of Word, Sound, and Power that what is held in the dark must come to light. And instead of hiding behind nuance and complexity of language, speaking plain does wonders for the soul and for general understanding. Speaking with conviction enhances the resolve that we have within ourselves when making declarations of our belief systems or codes by which we choose to live.

Ultimately, this is the concept that people who are interested in living permaculture must spread and exemplify. No matter what our code or creed, we are only as good as our actions and how we treat people. We can look the part, assume the position, but sooner or later we will be exposed for any oratory or literary fraudulent behavior we exude.

Let us speak LIFE in the forefront of our Imanity. Speak affirming words to each other. 

Speak the Beautitudes of Yeshua Hamoshiah

Speak the teachings of His Imperial Majesty Haile Selassie 

 Speak the 42 Declarations of Maat

Speak UBUNTU!!!

Speak Love, Speak Light, in all you do. 

Be the better person,

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