Definitions of "Zion"

1. Zion

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English Translation

Heaven

Definition

A term used to refer to the afterlife or heaven

Example Sentences

Patois: Wi pray fi reach Zion.
English: We pray to reach heaven.

Related Words

Obeah , Tie , Obeah man , Balm yard ,

posted by anonymous on May 28, 2024

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Iyaric: The Language of Rastafari

One of the key elements of the Rastafari language is the use of what is called "Iyaric," a form of Jamaican Patois that is considered to be the "holy language" of Rastafarians. Iyaric, also known as Dread Talk, is the Rastafari language created in defiance of English as an imposed colonial language that facilitated the loss of African languages among enslaved Afro-Caribbeans.

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Other Definitions of "Zion"

2. Zion (Noun)

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English Translation

Zion

Definition

A term used to refer to the promised land, a symbol of freedom, peace, and spiritual liberation for Rastafarians

Example Sentences

Patois: Wi chant fi di journey to Zion, where we shall find true liberation
English: We chant for the journey to Zion, where we shall find true liberation

Related Words

Babylon , Ball head , Blessed , Bobo dread ,

posted by anonymous on August 8, 2023

3. Zion

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English Translation

Promise land

Definition

This term is used by Rastafarians to refer to the Promised Land, or a state of spiritual enlightenment.

Example Sentences

Patois: Mi a guh a zion
English: I'm going to Zion

Related Words

Babylon , Ball head , Blessed , Bobo dread ,

posted by anonymous on January 15, 2023

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