DREADLOCKS ROCK: Foundation
With the advent of Locs, Nubian Locs, Sisterlocs and many other types of Locs, it is noteworthy to identify their origins. DREADLOCKS is the parent and these are the relatives i.e. cousins and sisters! One is uncultivated, one is groomed. Both are beautiful reflections of the wearer.
Like most contemporary styles, its roots go way back. In fact, the origins of DREADLOCKS goes back to two indigenous tribes of Jamaica known as the Nyabinghi’s and The Maroons. These were the nonconformists and cultural preservationists that fought against colonialism. They lived within their own self-sustained community and maintained their original cultural values. The Rastafarians also come from this Spirit and wore their DREADLOCKS as a symbol of their audacity and courage. Indeed to the British their hair was “dreadful” looking (dread is an Old English word). It also reflected the fear they faced when they confronted this powerful group. Their awesome mane, like that of a Lion’s, reflected who they were. DREADLOCKS were always “roots”; that is natural and uncultivated. They were intended to resonate as a “tree”.
The tradition of “Locs”is also deeply rooted in many indigenous African cultures, where only the Spiritual people i.e. Diviners, Prophets were permitted to wear them. Likewise, the Sadhus of India also wear their hair in exceedingly long “dreads”, as an expression of their sacred vows and way of Life. It’s been postulated that Jesus Christ having taken the Nazarite Vow to not shorn or diminish his “sheep’s wool” hair, must have had DREADLOCKS.
Much respect to Rastafarians for keeping Dreadlocks in our face,enduring and alive. Now we can connect to our past. The luxurious and glorious Locs we see flaunted today,stand on its shoulders. Locs, like DREADLOCKS still represent culture, Spirit and freedom. We embrace both. For more information visit our website:- http://www.newbein.com
Like most contemporary styles, its roots go way back. In fact, the origins of DREADLOCKS goes back to two indigenous tribes of Jamaica known as the Nyabinghi’s and The Maroons. These were the nonconformists and cultural preservationists that fought against colonialism. They lived within their own self-sustained community and maintained their original cultural values. The Rastafarians also come from this Spirit and wore their DREADLOCKS as a symbol of their audacity and courage. Indeed to the British their hair was “dreadful” looking (dread is an Old English word). It also reflected the fear they faced when they confronted this powerful group. Their awesome mane, like that of a Lion’s, reflected who they were. DREADLOCKS were always “roots”; that is natural and uncultivated. They were intended to resonate as a “tree”.
The tradition of “Locs”is also deeply rooted in many indigenous African cultures, where only the Spiritual people i.e. Diviners, Prophets were permitted to wear them. Likewise, the Sadhus of India also wear their hair in exceedingly long “dreads”, as an expression of their sacred vows and way of Life. It’s been postulated that Jesus Christ having taken the Nazarite Vow to not shorn or diminish his “sheep’s wool” hair, must have had DREADLOCKS.
Much respect to Rastafarians for keeping Dreadlocks in our face,enduring and alive. Now we can connect to our past. The luxurious and glorious Locs we see flaunted today,stand on its shoulders. Locs, like DREADLOCKS still represent culture, Spirit and freedom. We embrace both. For more information visit our website:- http://www.newbein.com
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