Bongo Najja Foluke

Autobiography of a Rastaman-the Experiences Bongo Najja Foluke

[From the Author's Introduction] It is my intention to take you on a journey into the life of a Rastaman born in America, not Jamaica. The experiences, you will find, are similar, perhaps even more pronounced due to the different circumstances that we face in this country. The obstacles may be greater here than there due to the mentality of the population, obstacles that one must overcome if they are to prevail on this path. It is not a path for the weakheart. The deeper one goes, the greater the degree of mysticism one experiences. It is also my intention to convey to the reader some of the realities of being a Rastafarian in this society and the many beliefs we share with one another, that which makes us who and what we are. Some of my opinions may be offensive to some people, but they reflect the truth as I've come to know it. So, I give these opinions with no apology. If the truth is offensive, then you may be the one with the problem, and you have to deal with it, hopefully, in a positive way. Evaluate it for yourself and form your own opinion. Whatever conclusion you come to, I can respect it because I will continue as I've been doing, for nothing can turn me away from this spiritual journey. It's simply too beautiful.