Meaning
One of the main 'houses' or mansions of Rastafari — the Ethiopia Africa Black International Congress, founded by Prince Emmanuel Charles Edwards. Bobo Shanti (or Bobo Ashanti) members are recognised by their wrapped turbans, long robes, and disciplined communal 'camp' life, and they revere Prince Emmanuel alongside Haile Selassie and Marcus Garvey. Known for strict Ital living and daily worship.
Examples
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Di Bobo Shanti wear turban an long robe.
The Bobo Shanti wear turbans and long robes.
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Him a Bobo dread, him live inna di camp.
He's a Bobo Shanti Rasta; he lives in the commune.
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Bobo Shanti keep strict Ital livity.
Bobo Shanti keep strict natural living.
Origin
A Rastafari mansion (EABIC) founded by Prince Emmanuel; 'Bobo Ashanti'. See [[twelve-tribes]], [[nyabinghi]].
How it’s used
A Rastafari house/mansion (turbans, robes, camps), founded by Prince Emmanuel. See [[twelve-tribes]], [[nyabinghi]].