Blessed
interjection BLESS-id ˈblɛsɪd
Also spelled: bless, blest, blessed love
Meaning
A greeting, farewell and blessing all at once, wishing the favour of Jah on someone. It also describes a state of grace or good fortune, and is often extended to 'blessed love'.
Examples
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“Blessed, mi bredda, how yuh stay?”
Blessings, my brother, how are you?
Used as a warm hello among Rastafari and beyond.
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“Give thanks, blessed love.”
Thank you, blessed love.
A common sign-off.
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“Wi blessed fi see anodda day.”
We are blessed to see another day.
Origin
From English 'blessed', but broadened in Rastafari and Jamaican speech into a standalone greeting and blessing rather than only an adjective.
How it's used
Warm and spiritual. 'Blessed love' is a characteristic Rastafari greeting.