In Jamaica, the usual gift given during marriages is eggs. These are supposed to be used to make the wedding cake. The event, albeit big, is actually short and concludes with the cake being cut. Obeah is a principle that relates to witchcraft and black magic. The belief is supposed to be useful to save lives as well as inflict damage on enemies. The practice has been deemed illegal in Jamaica for many years. However, some people are still practicing it in the rural areas and those who are found practicing are rarely brought to court. Obeah men or people who practice are given great respect.
Jamaican traditions aid in defining the society and history of the nation. These are practices that been executed for several years and became tradition over the years. There are actually ancient Jamaican art that date back to prehistoric times. Some of the artworks are actually made by Tainos and consist of paintings, sketches and engravings. Some of these are made on cave walls and rock surfaces. Some of the art give reference to their deities, daily activities in the past and religious beliefs. There are also artworks presenting nature. There are several wooden and stone masks and figurines show the people’s relationship with the spirits or zemis.
The artworks in Jamaica somewhat diminished during the colonial period, because many Africans were traded in slavery. Artists in the country at that time were either prohibited or not given the appreciation they deserved. Later on, the aesthetic culture returned.