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Emperor Haile Selassie I was a devout Nicene Christian who viewed himself not as a deity, but as a humble “follower and disciple” of Jesus Christ. He publicly testified to being “saved by the blood of Jesus Christ” and regarded the Messiah as the unique source of salvation for all humanity.

His theological perspective rested on several interconnected pillars. Explicit Denial of His Own Divinity. He frequently corrected those who sought to worship him, stating clearly, “I am a man. That I am mortal.” He warned the Ras Tafari movement directly that they should “never make a mistake in assuming or pretending that the human being emanated from a deity.”

The Unique Role of Jesus Christ. Selassie viewed Jesus as having lived an “exemplary life” that provided the “root example” for all people to find salvation and harmony on earth. He believed that Christ was the unique “Message of Salvation” and the only “way, the truth, and the life.”

Biblical Authority. He championed the Bible as a “rallying point for humanity” and a guide for future action. He personally commissioned the Amharic translation of the Bible so that people could “find the truth for yourself” regarding Christ’s identity. A Life of Prayer and Orthodoxy. As the Defender of the Faith of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church, his life was defined by deep prayer and regular attendance at the Holy Qurban. He reportedly never made significant decisions without first seeking God’s guidance through prayer.

A Mission to Correct Misconceptions. Moved by the spiritual yearning of Rastafarians, he commissioned the establishment of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church in Jamaica with the specific charge: “Help them find the true God. Teach them!” He intended this institution to lead followers away from the worship of his person and toward the worship of his God. Selassie believed that his own “chance of forgiveness from the Almighty” came from the same source as everyone else — the grace and mercy of Christ.

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