"Lick the Chalice" is a phrase rooted in and Reggae music that refers to the ritualistic smoking of a sacred water pipe (the chalice) to commune with Jah (God). It was popularized by the 1980s dancehall song " Lick the Chalice " by Guinney Pepper. Guide to the Rasta Chalice Ritual
: While many Rastas use the chalice as a sacrament, others may abstain entirely, focusing instead on prayer, dietary restrictions (Ital living), and clean living. Guinney Pepper - Lick The Chalice - SoundCloud Lick the Chalice
: Practitioners gather in a group, often for a "reasoning session" or meditative gathering. "Lick the Chalice" is a phrase rooted in
: In Jamaican Patois, "lick" can mean to hit, strike, or perform an action with vigor. In this context, it specifically means to light and smoke the pipe. Guinney Pepper - Lick The Chalice - SoundCloud
: Before lighting, participants offer a prayer or "thanks and praises" to Jah to set a spiritual intention.
: A long tube, often wood or bamboo, used for inhaling the cooled smoke.
: The chalice is traditionally passed counter-clockwise among the group, symbolizing unity and equality. Components of a Wisdom Chalice