This is my annual Earthstrong (birthday) blog post. Many of you may not be familiar with the word Earthstrong, what it means and where it came from. The Jamaican term “Earthstrong” is a beautiful example of how language reflects a worldview. While it is commonly used to mean “birthday,” its…
Please Read On ...Explanation of ‘Earthstrong’: The term “earthstrong” is commonly used in Rastafarian culture as a positive and respectful way to refer to someone’s birthday. Instead of simply acknowledging the passage of another year, “earthstrong” emphasizes the strength, growth, and grounding that come with each year of life, celebrating the individual’s connection…
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Eric Hatheway