the fall and break up of the old world
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the fall and break up of the old world
“A Journal of Muslim Thought”“”””” Volume 7, Issue 1 June-September 2013 THE FALL AND BREAK UP OF THE OLD WORLD BY MESSENGER ELIJAH MUHAMMAD Inside… Messenger Elijah Muhammad Speaks Self-Defense and Self-Preservation In Islam Prayer In Islam The Urgent Need For A Nation of Islam LAW Conference Saviour’s Day 2013 Highlights Muslims Plan 2013 Farm Programs Moments in History in The Nation of Islam ...and much, much more Daniel’s Vision-(See pages 10-12) References can be found in the Bible in the Old Testament - Daniel 2:31-46 2 Allah, Master Fard Muhammad Messenger Elijah Muhammad PURPOSE Original Nation Magazine was conceived by faithful and humble followers of the principles and practices of Islam as taught by the Honorable Elijah Muhammad, the Messenger of Allah (God). Writings in this periodical shall consist of thoughts of Black Men and Black Women (Original Muslims) – those who bear witness that Allah (God), the Supreme Being, came in the Person of Master W. F. Muhammad and raised Messenger Elijah Muhammad as the Divine Leader, Teacher and Guide for us all. Journey with us as we explore the profound realm of wisdom, knowledge and understanding that evolves from the ORIGINAL NATION – divine reality that encompasses some 78 trillion years of ever-present existence and principled accomplishment. Islam, as brought to the Hells of North America by Allah, Master Fard Muhammad, and taught for some 40 years by His Messenger, the Honorable Elijah Muhammad, is that which gives vision to all who accept their own and join on to their own kind. We propose to continue to develop a new mind (body of thoughts and ideas) among Black people in America and also throughout the world (earth). We, the Muslims, pray to Allah, Master Fard Muhammad, through His Messenger, the Honorable Elijah Muhammad, that we are granted success in this and every other righteous endeavor we undertake. As-Salaam-Alaikum 3 Original Nation Magazine Editor’s Note Volume 7, Issue 1 June-September, 2013 As always we ask that our readers send comments on any and all articles that appear in this publication. We will reserve space for letters to the editor to print your comments. Efforts are still being made to reach out on local, state, regional and nation levels to re-unite with all the followers of Messenger Elijah Muhammad who desire a united Black Nation of Islam. The avenue to achieve this unity and continue with growth and prosperity is the We who are followers and students in NOIGA (the Nation of Islam General the new Islam will continue to work in Assembly of Laborers). the cause of Allah, Master Fard Muhammad, with His last and greatest The annual Summer Conference that is Messenger, the Most Honorable Elijah held in Bridgeport, Connecticut is Muhammad. As the western white planned for three days beginning on world continues to deteriorate and fall Friday, July 21, and ending on Sunday, we most certainly agree with Allah and July 23rd. Plan to be there and to furHis Messenger Elijah Muhammad that ther contribute to the growth of our nawe must accept our own and join on to tion. As-Salaam-Alaikum. our own kind to be saved. In the Name of Allah, Who came in the Person of Master Fard Muhammad, and in the name of His Messenger, the Honorable Elijah Muhammad. AsSalaam-Alaikum. Table of Contents 1– Cover page 2– Purpose 3– Editor’s Note/ Contents 4-Money & Finances: Tips On Building A Safe and Secure Home Budget 5-A Moment In The History of The Nation of Islam 6-Self-Defense 7-The Need For A Nation of Islam Law Conference 8– Advertisements 9-If It’s Light You Want: “Let Food Be Thy Medicine” 10 to 12- MUHAMMAD SPEAKS: “The Fall and Break Up Of The Old World” 13-Prayer In Islam 14 &15 - Saviour’s Day Highlights 16&17- Farming /Ads 18 &19 -The Need For Unity/Ads 20 – The Muslim Program In this issue of the Original Nation magazine (beginning in the center spread) you will find another must-read article by Messenger Elijah Muhammad that is titled ―THE FALL AND BREAK UP OF THE OLD WORLD.” Here the Messenger explains the meaning of the Prophet Daniel’s vision of a statue that possessed a head of gold, breast of silver, legs of iron and feet of miry clay. Again, we thank all who participated in the three-day Saviour’s Day week of activities which were once again held in the Richmond, Virginia area. A review of this activity can also be found in this issue. The Muslim farm program of going back to the good earth is gearing up for the Spring of this year; we plan to produce a bigger and better yield as well as secure increased participation in this on-going project. A report on this year’s start-up along with pictures appears in this issue-beginning on pages 16 -17. We welcome comments on all articles written in this magazine. Send them to: Muhammad’s Temple of Islam #24, 1318 Mosby Street, Richmond, Virginia, 23223, in care of ORIGINAL NATION MAGAZINE or to: Muhammad’s Temple of Islam #24, P. O. B. 26791, Richmond, Virginia 232616791. You may also send Email: BLACKSUNENT @AOL.COM - (all in care of ORIGINAL NATION Magazine). Our phone contact is: 1(804) 649-7103. All correspondence will receive a reply and all materials will be considered for publication. Visit us on the Webwww.MuhammadsTemple 24.org 4 Money and Finances Tips On Building A Safe and Secure Home Budget 4. Real Estate Taxes 5. Utility Bills 6. Emergency Repairs-if homeowner (and other emergencies) 7. Phone Service 8. Poor rate-Charity 9. Food and Clothing 10. Savings-daily, weekly, monthly By Sister Evvy Islam In the Name of Allah, Who came in the Person of Master Fard Muhammad to Whom praise is forever due, and in the name of His Last and Greatest Messenger, the Most Honorable Elijah Muhammad. AsSalaam-Alaikum. Discipline Necessary In Managing Your Finances The first important fact one must acquire in becoming successful-on this topic–is discipline. The Most Honorable Elijah Muhammad teaches that “discipline is a form of training that develops self-control, character, orderliness and efficiency that builds manners, passion and respect.” When one studies the words of the Messenger's definition of discipline and applies or practices the meanings, one will be able to organize a structure which will benefit self and kind. Make sure that your on-going income is more than your bills, and other necessary expenses. Next, it is advised to arrange and log or list these on a calendar according to due dates. It is also important to mail your bills (if mailing applies) at least seven days in advance-due to postal service and accounting department operations, to be sure they are paid on time. Paying bills on time will avoid late fees as well as bad credit. Establishing good credit means one is trustworthy; not just in making a loan with a white devil, but with your own kind. The Messenger teaches his students/followers not to create any debts if you can not pay them, and pay them on time! Learn To Apply Extra Payments Toward The Principle Amount Here is advice for credit card bills which is another form of debt: It is beneficial for you as a customer to pay more than the minimum amount due, if you are able. By paying the minimum amount due and any finance charges one will pay off debt earlier to avoid more finance or interest charges. One can indicate that any monies paid over and above the minimum amount due must be applied to paying down the principle amount of the loan-i.e. apply towards principle. The Most Honorable Elijah Muhammad teaches that food, clothing and shelter are our three basic needs. In a safe and secure home budget these basic needs require many necessary expenses which are listed below: 1. Homeowners or renters insurance 2. Life Insurance 3. Automobile: auto insurance, tags, stickers, taxes, inspection (depending on residency), gas The Messenger teaches us and emphasizes the importance of saving our hard earned income as we spend it on our needs and not on our wants. We all want nice material things, but the question should be- ―Do I really need this? The Messenger has provided for us instructions on savings in one of his textbooks titled ―Message to The Blackman In America‖. The topic, titled ―Economic Program‖ is located on pages 192 thru 205. He teaches us we can save our monies by not eating out frequently at devil establishments as this often leads to doctor and hospital bills. We must stop wasting our income on the celebration of any white peoples (devils) holidays, for none of them apply to Black people. The Messenger also teaches us that we should stop trying to live like millionaires, purchasing expensive automobiles and clothing before a nice home. There is much more, but just remember a tip to learn what our Messenger wants us to practice with our income; “save some and spend some, so when you need some you will have some.” Trust self by saving your money at home and paying self an interest you will be able to continue on a regular basis. We can benefit self and kind when applying these ―Tips On Building A Safe and Secure Home Budget‖. As-Salaam-Alaikum! 5 A Moment In The History Of The Nation of Islam ...When Muslim Men Had To Search For And Recover The Actual Facts/Armageddon Board WANTED: Writers, Cartoon Artists, Advertisers, and Salespersons for the ORIGINAL NATION MAGAZINE. This is a quarterly publication of the Nation of Islam. By Brother Kamau Islam In the Name of Allah, Master Fard Muhammad, and in the name of His Messenger, the Most Honorable Elijah Muhammad. As-Salaam-Alaikum. The Actual Facts or Armageddon Board was conceived and designed by the Honorable Elijah Muhammad and constructed by Muslim Brothers who were his early followers in the Nation of Islam in Washington, D. C. (the Capital of the United States of America). Afterwards, those who attended any Muhammad’s Temple of Islam in any area across North America could witness (see) and be taught from this board by Messenger Elijah Muhammad or any of his Ministers. This practice continued from the early days of Islam up until the 1970’s. Actual Facts Board Stolen and Hidden According to an early follower and former Minister of Messenger Muhammad who served in Richmond, Virginia at Muhammad's Temple of Islam #24, the Original Actual Facts board was constructed by him and other brothers in his back yard at his home residence in Washington, D.C.. Upon its completion the Messenger began to use this board as an effective teaching tool in the Temple. Some visitors who attended the Muslim meetings saw how effective this was so in the absence of the Messenger and other Believers, they secretly had the board removed from the building and hidden in an unknown place. Upon returning to hold a meeting the Messenger noticed the board missing and mentioned to the brotherhood that he needed the board as it helped him to effectively conduct services. The brothers began a search and recover missioneventually finding it (the board) hidden and stored in an alley in a garage. The board was returned to its rightful place and remained as an effective teaching tool in all Temples under the Messenger’s guidance. Messenger Muhammad Warns His Followers Of On-Coming Destruction All contributors to this publication must be members in good standing with an identifiable Muhammad’s Temple of Islam under the guidance of the teachings of The Honorable Elijah Muhammad, the Messenger of Allah. If there is no Temple in your area you must have an acceptable relationship with the closest to you. At present we are developing a staff and a budget to sustain production, and eventually ways to compensate contributors financially and otherwise. Deadline for all materials for the next issue is Sunday, September 15, 2013. On Sunday June 18th, 1972 at Muhammad’s Temple of Islam #2 in Chicago, Illinois during his Theology of Time Series, Messenger Muhammad stated: “...I want you to hear me, because you don’t have next year Make contact and send all articles and (1973) and the year after next (1974) materials to: to come out and hear this, you betMuhammad’s Temple of ter make up your mind today.” Islam #24 The Muslims and the general public began to see and experience the dismantling of the Nation of Islam, including the removal of the Actual Facts Board from the Temple, the destruction of the teachings of Islam as well as the destruction of the Temple itself. As-Salaam-Alaikum. c/o Original Nation Magazine 1318 Mosby Street Richmond, Va. 23223 Phone: 1 (804) 649-7103 6 The SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY OF Self-Defense By Brother Hakeeme Muhammad In the Name of Allah, Who Came in the Person of Master Fard Muhammad, and in the name of His Messenger, the Honorable Elijah Muhammad. As-SalaamAlaikum. The highest technology and science component of the human family is the Original Blackman and the Original Blackwoman. In original science the highest degree of intelligence is body (physical), mind (mental thought processes) and spirit (the energy generated from the person). The Asiatic Blackman is the Original Man of the planet earth and also God of the Universe. Real technology teaches us that all colors (people) come from Black. The Science Of Original Person And Creation Messenger Elijah Muhammad teaches us, from Allah in the Person of Master Fard Muhammad, that the Supreme Being originated Himself, beginning from the first atom of science in the vast darkness of space; this action eventually manifested the original galaxy that continues to grow our universe. Today we measure it as some 18 quintillion miles. There are approximately 20 billion nerve cells (called neurons) in the nervous system. There are two types of cells found in the peripheral nervous system. The peripheral nervous system consists of afferent or sensory neurons and efferent or motor neurons. The afferent nerve cells (from the Latin-meaning “toward”, and ferre, meaning “to bring”) carry sensory information from the peripheral to the central nervous system. They have their cell bodies in ganglia and send a process into the central nervous system. The efferent nerve cells (from the Latin ex, meaning “away from” and ferre, meaning to bring) carry information away from the central nervous system to the effectors (muscles and tissues). They have cell bodies in the central nervous system and send axons into the periphery. White Blood Cells Aid In Fighting Disease Your body is a science and technology voltage energy divided by current (R=V/I). Where are white blood cells stored? This is also a science. Most of the white blood cells in the body (is technology) are stored in connective tissues or lymphatic organs. The white blood cells are released in response to areas of invasion by pathogens or injury. The White Blood Cell Count Decreases Slightly In The Elderly The truth as taught by Allah, in the Person of Master Fard Muhammad, is that the Black Nationthe Original Man and Woman– the Lost-Found Nation is Mathematics and Science. Knowledge of Islam is the first “How To Eat To Live”-in the light of the Most Honorable Elijah Muhammad-live forever! At birth, a newborn has a higher white blood cell count (9,000 and above). Examples are such as that a man breaths 3 cubic feet of air in one hour and thought travels at the rate of speed of 24 billion miles per second. As the child grows this number (Of white blood cells) falls to adult levels (4,500 to 10,000 cells per cubic millimeters of blood) within two weeks of birth. The total white blood cell count decreases slightly in the elderly. The sun (position wise) is the center of the solar system. The Earth is the Original planet in all of the Creation. We have our moon and there are other planets with moons, and there are stars. Body platelets are very small-1,575 X10 -3 INCHES (0.004 millimeters) in diameter and 3.9X 10 inches (0.001 millimeters) thick. The Supreme Wisdom of Allah is taught to us in Islam. The function of platelets include: 1. transport of enzyme and proteins critical to clotting and 2. formation of a platelet plug to slow blood loss; contraction of a clot after it has formed which then reduces the size of the vessel break. The technology component though is in that area of the circuit break. AsSalaam-Alaikum. 7 The Urgent Need For A Nation of Islam Law Conference By Brother John X In the Name of Allah, Master Fard Muhammad, and in the name of His Last Messenger, the Honorable Elijah Muhammad. As-Salaam -Alaikum. The Restricted Laws Of Islam Are Our Success The state (condition) of the socalled Negro in America has reached crisis proportion, thereby keeping alive and compelling the need for a Nation of Islam Law Conference. The strict rules, laws, and guidelines which we who are Messenger Muhammad‟s true followers possess, must be obeyed and carried out-they are beyond a doubt, our success. Therein lies the need to confer periodically (whenever needed) by way of a law conference with other Muhammad‟s Temples of Islam to further our continued success. Proper understanding insures proper conduct and proper assessment of our daily lives. When correctly understood and applied, law may be defined as “the system of rules established by organized society (Islam), performance of which it enforces or breach of which it punishes.” It is the coercive character of its rules that distinguishes law from custom. Those in attendance must have clear minds, capable of analyzing and organizing any confused set of facts. The results of a Nation of Islam Law Conference should bring about mutual understanding as to what must be done and the time(s) in which it must be done. AsSalaam-Alaikum. Radio Broadcast Schedule This is the programming schedule for the MUHAMMAD SPEAKS radio broadcast which is aired each Sunday morning at 11:30 a.m. over W C L M – 1450 on the AM dial. 1st Sunday Temple Service 2nd Sunday Messenger Elijah Muhammad 3rd Sunday Live/Taped Panel Discussion 4th Sunday Messenger Elijah Muhammad 5th Sunday Temple Service DIRECTORY FOR MUHAMMAD’S Temples Of Islam Muhammad’s Temple #24 1318 Mosby Street Richmond, Va. 23223 Bro. Min. Kamau Islam (804)-649-7103 Muhammad’s Temple 10407 Indian Rd. Gloucester, Va. 23061 Bro. Min. Batin Muhammad (804)-693-9888 Muhammad’s Temple #41 1225 Chopsey Hill Rd. Bridgeport, Ct. 06606 Bro. Min. Kenneth Muhammad (203)-374-7037 Happy Nation Of Islam Note: Visit the Muhammad’s Independence Day (under the teachings of The July 4, 2013 Honorable Elijah Muhammad) Temple of Islam nearest you and join on to your own kind. 8 Support the MUHAMMAD SPEAKS Radio Broadcast Sponsored by Muhammad’s Temple of Islam #24, 1318 Mosby Street, Richmond, Virginia, for over 13 Years Visit Us On The Web www.MuhammadsTemple24 Religion in its proper perspective Current events as they relate to scripture and to prophecy Reemphasis of the importance of the messages, examples and works set forth by the Honorable Elijah Muhammad Clear explanation of the origins and natures of people, thus eliminating confusion as to understanding their actions and ways of civilization In-depth study and analysis of the real crisis of Black people in America and all over the world Listen to the MUHAMMAD SPEAKS radio broadcast every Sunday morning from 11:30 a.m. until 12:00 noon over W C L M radio1450 on the AM dial. 9 If It’s Light You Want… Let Food Be Thy Medicine By Brother Hakeem Muhammad In the Name of Allah, Who Came in the Person of Master Fard Muhammad, and of His Last and Greatest Messenger, the Honorable Elijah Muhammad. As-Salaam -Alaikum. The above title, ―Let Food Be Thy Medicine‖ is by no means a newly coined phrase. It has been said and used over and over, over a long period of time. Its meaning or reference to living without a number of ailments has not been explored by the general populous. Its meaning is also rarely promoted by persons in the medical profession who are the many, treating illnesses of their many patients. So, why is the statement made with certain importance? How is food relevant to our health, good or bad? Why is it stated to let food be your medicine? Can food really serve as our medicine? Can it replace the drugs manufactured and given for illnesses? And, if food can replace prescribed medication offered in the medical circles then why is this not the case? What We Eat Keeps Us Here, And What We Eat Takes Us Away There are many questions to be answered. The Honorable Elijah Muhammad has said many times ―what we eat keeps us here and what we eat takes us away‖. This statement is a direct reference to the importance of eating the proper foods - to sustain life and to promote good health. Foods also serve as a hindrance to many ailments. It also serves as a cure for a number of ailments that many of our people now suffer. Some of those we hear most often with our people include hypertension, high cholesterol, heart disease and diabetes. The Honorable Elijah Muhammad's statement is one that forces us to look deeper into his teachings on ―how to eat to live,‖ which is also the title of two of his great books (How To Eat To Live, Books 1 and 2). He teaches on a number of foods that we should eat and gives us the proper way they should be prepared as well as the time of day to eat. Food is the fuel that we take in to provide energy to sustain us. It is also the substance we take in that also causes a number of the ailments that we suffer. This is primarily due to the types, manner, quantity and quality of the foods-some which we have listed. field of medicine will come out to promote a healthy society where they or their companies would be put out of business. Yet the truth remains that food is your medicine when the proper information is brought forth. Messenger Muhammad further teaches that our dietary habits must be in accord with what is natural for our well -being. Our bodies are designed to handle a plant-based diet for food for good health and a long life. He teaches that all the vitamins, minerals and other nutrients we need for good health are found in plants. He teaches that meats are no good for us. The practice and habit of eating meat is detrimental to our well-being. There is much that can be said reference our health and eating habits. The fact of the matter is that the Honorable Elijah Muhammad is right on point when it comes to eating to live. I invite you to look further into his teachings on this subject. Here are some references on this subject of food and its ability to reverse illnesses and cure diseases: Eating To Live Inconveniences The Medical World The Messenger teaches us that if we eat as he prescribes we can live a long, long life and be in good health. However, if we live a long healthy life with little or no illness then we may inconvenience the medical world and all of its components (doctors, drug manufacturers, medical supply companies, hospitals, research centers, and a host of other companies involved in the field of medical aid). The truth of the matter is that no one in the Books: How To Eat To Live, Books 1 & 2, by the Honorable Elijah Muhammad Sugar Blues by William Dufty Documentaries (on DVD) which can be found on the internet: Dr. Sebi-Electric Foods Forks Over Knives The Gerson Miracle Food Matters Dying To Have Known These are some of the materials available that provide information that verifies the teachings given to us by Messenger Muhammad. They also explain why food is not promoted as the main source to good health, and why it is not likely to become a remedy prescribed by the medical industry. Food can be your medicine. As-SalaamAlaikum. 10 THE FALL AND BREAK UP OF THE OLD WORLD By The Honorable Elijah Muhammad Messenger of Allah The acts and confusion of the white man and especially England and America bring our attention to Daniel's vision of the world today (Daniel 2:31-46). IN THIS vision of Daniel‟s, the image‟s head is gold, which represents the standard metal of worship. And the placing of this at the head and not at the feet gives us again a chance at the meaning and significance of Daniel‟s vision. The head of gold and the breast of silver represent the two countries (England and her sterling, and America and her gold). England‟s sterling pound and America‟s eleven or more billion dollars in gold made these two countries the head of the nations of the earth. This was because of their great wealth of money, gold and silver which they hoped to use to sway the nations to bow to their biddings. But the fall of this great god of gold and silver and the maneuvering of power to be the instrument that caused the fall of the great statue of gold and silver (the world standard or media of exchange held by England and America) came from Divine power and not from the nations‟ power. THE SMALL NATIONS of Europe united after the sterling had fallen off the market to a weak point (about a third of the power and less than they previously exercised over the nations of the near and far East). When America was holding the bulk of the gold, she represented the head. But the smaller nations, with France in the lead, captured the head of gold which is the most important part of the image or statue that Daniel saw. Nobody can travel or move without the head. When we lose the head we lose the body of silver and miry iron and clay, (referring to Daniel‟s vision). The legs and feet of iron and clay represent the statue as being partly strong and partly weak. The weakness is in the legs and the feet when the legs and feet should be the strongest part of the body to support the head and body. THIS STATUE began with the base (legs and feet) which represents how the gold and silver were built up. England and America got the head of gold and breast of silver from weak nations, who were partly strong and partly weak: as James (in the Bible) 5:1 gives it very clearly. This is the real fall of the two powerful kingdoms (the robbery of the poor), as it says in James‟ prophecy of gold be- 11 ing able to stand in the days of battle and war, to bribe nations; to support and stand against justice for the poor, who had been the instrument of labor to build and keep strong the image of gold and silver. The American Black people who were brought into the country for the sole purpose of their labor to be used for the opening up of the new country called America, are no more needed for labor purposes. of war that made the Black man (once-slave of America) to lie around in trenches and bushes to help his master kill master‟s enemies. They are not even needed for any war purposes, because the modern agriculture labor is in machines, and the conquering of nations today is in scientifically-prepared arms ONE BOMBING plane could do more than a million ground soldiers in the way of fighting an enemy. But, injustice given the once-slave is such that it is not matched by any past slave-master in the history of slavery. Even in the fall of ancient Babylon, ancient Egypt, none of these slave-holding ancient governments and states equaled the present evil of the modern masters of America against the Black onceslave. Even while the once Black slave flies to the help of his master at their beck and call to fight to destroy his enemies, the master is today, in America, armed to the teeth. The government allows the white murderer of the Black American (the rapers) to come through the Black man‟s neighborhood night and day and destroy his morals and his life. At this very hour, eternal war against the Black man is planned as the Psalmist (Bible) prophesies that they 12 The Fall and Break Up Of The Old World “No metal is stronger than iron”-HEM plan to destroy the poor secretly. ALL KINDS of evils are planned against the once loyal slave of America today: in the drugs, in food and the water that the slave eats and drinks, to destroy his increase of his nation-making his woman unproductive, and turning her into the most disgraceful woman of the nations with his indecent styles of dress. He is doing nothing to show justice to his slaves even to leave him. He does not want any separation. He wants his slave to remain as a prey and continues to destroy him. He now fights a war against God‟s intention to redeem and deliver us (the Black once-slaves of America). Allah (God) is wise. He puts strength into the weak (iron mixed with miry clay) to hasten the fall of the head of gold and breast of sliver by letting America spend all of her gold (according to the radio, newspapers, and other announcements) down to a billion dollars, and some say America does not own that much out of eleven billion dollars of gold bars in the (Continued from page 11) Kentucky hills. HER NATIONAL debt, her daily expenses to finance war all over the earth-wherever it may start, is terrific. The likeness has never been seen in the past-taking her gold head away and England‟s breast of sterling silver away from the statue. Therefore, the stone (England and America‟s Black slave) that the builders rejected is at the feet of this mighty statue of gold and silver-being not gold and silver themselves, but rather iron that is much stronger than gold and silver, though they mire down in earth of miry clay. Yet, in it, there is strength to build the foundation for a strong nation. So it is the prophecy throughout the Bible and the Holy Qur-an, that which they thought was too weak is being strengthened for us and supported by the Divine Will and Power. NO METAL is stronger than iron. No nation is stronger than its poor people who support it. Without labor you have no government; the poor are the labor. England and America have lost their god of gold and silver and the kingdom is falling and breaking up. THEY ARE losing their labor (the Black slave); he is crying out for justice, and according to James‟ (in the Bible) prophecy 5:4 this gold by right of justice was due to the poor slave who labored down the fields of America and England. But it was spent and given away to curse the lives against the day of battle and war to keep the poor, poor without being justified for their labor and life given to England, and America for the past 400 years. So the God of justice is at work to see that the poor get the justice due them. So powerful worship of these two nations, (England and America) of gold and silver in abundance over smaller nations is falling and breaking up while the weak are increasing in durable strength like iron. Elijah Muhammad Messenger of Allah -to you All 13 Prayer In Islam By Sister Faye X In the Name of Allah, Master Fard Muhammad, and in the name of His Messenger, the Most Honorable Elijah Muhammad. As-Salaam-Alaikum. “Surely prayer keeps (one) away from indecency and evil; and certainly the remembrance of Allah is the greatest (force) and Allah knows what you do.” by the white race we have been put on a journey that fulfills Divine purpose to bring us back to our original self. We are dependent on Allah to guide us and we thank Him through prayers given to us by the Messenger. “It is so essential that you follow the Messenger because if you do as I say, you become a different person.” (The Divine Sayings of The Honorable Elijah Muhammad, Volume II, page 19) -Holy Qur-an 29:45 Prayer, one of the Principles of Belief In Islam, represents communion with Allah and is obligatory. It connects us (Lost-Found Nation of Islam) to Him. We turn to Allah acknowledging that He is the Creator Who guides through prayer. What is prayer? Prayer is the act of offering respect-especially to God (Allah), communicating with Him and recognizing His presence. The Honorable Elijah Muhammad has devoted a chapter on Prayer Service and it can be found in Message To The Blackman in (North) America (pages 135-160). He teaches us that Allah is oft-forgiving and merciful therefore we should thank Him continuously. Allah Is Worthy Of Our Love and Obedience There are so many benefits of prayer. It enlightens and raises the highest aspirations meaning you have an earnest desire to seek Divine guidance. Allah is worthy of our love and obedience. We (Black People) are His chosen and should want to please Him. Why should and do we pray? Since being stripped of the knowledge of self ened during the night. Allah wants to make us whole again. Our prayers are devoted to Him and He blesses us by purifying our hearts. Our prayers are also designed for us (Lost-Found). We have turned to the devil (white people) long enough. Our time is now to learn of and pray to our God (Allah). To Him alone do we pray. Do not follow the religion of white people (Christianity). It is for them and it will keep you blind, deaf and dumb, praying to a dead Prophet (Jesus) who cannot hear you. Muslim Prayer Service begins with cleansing all exposed parts of the body. We prepare ourselves to come before Allah with clean body and mind. This shows respect. We turn east toward the Holy City of Mecca―the only Holy place on the Earth‖ says the Honorable Elijah Muhammad (Message To The Blackman, page 48). With heads bowed and hands outstretched that have been cleansed of any evil that they may have brought forth, we show obeisance to Allah, humbly submitting to Him with repentant hearts. The ears have also been cleansed from any evil heard and eyes shut from seeing evil. “Observe prayers in the early morning, at the close of the day, and at the approach of the night. Prayers are good deeds which drive away the evil doing” -Holy Qur-an 11:114 We are surrounded by evil everyday so it is necessary to keep up prayer. Muslims pray five times a day with the addition of two more prayers if awak- We Must Not Forget To Pray For Our Messenger We must not forget to pray for our Messenger whose guidance raises us from our dead condition. The chapter entitled ―A PRAYER FOR THE MESSENGER‖ is found in Message To The Blackman, pages 157-159. O Nation of Black People in North America, come join this journey with us who follow the teachings of the Honorable Elijah Muhammad. Learn the best of prayers. We are Allah’s chosen and Islam is our religion. AsSalaam-Alaikum. 14 Highlights Of Savior’s Day 2013 Held In The Richmond, Virginia Area Our Saviour Has Arrived by Sister Brenda Muhammad In the Name of Allah, Master Fard Muhammad, and His Last Messenger, Elijah Muhammad. As-Salaam-Alaikum. We pray everyone who participated in our Saviour‟s Day activities had an informative and entertaining experience. On Sunday February 24th, 2013, there was a believers‟ reception at the Homewood Suites by Hilton-Richmond Airport, 5996 Audubon Drive, Sandston, Virginia (near the Richmond International Airport) where we held all of the Saviour‟s Day activities. After eating foods from the Muslim cooked buffet, the weary travelers retired for the night to get ready for the next days‟ activities. Educational and Informative Classes Held In The Early Morning Before Saviour’s Day Believers‟ activities began Monday, February 25th at 8:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. The F.O.I. class taught self-defense and prayer, utilizing law and investigative procedures in Islam. Other classes included physical drill and a lecture on race-mixing and tricknology of the enemy. The M.G.T.G.C.C. class offered the correct way of cooking navy bean soup, and the science behind this small bean and the three color variety. Sisters also sampled the finished creamed bean soup after class, anticipating whole bean and creamed bean soup at the evening banquet. In Sewing class there was teaching on the importance of accurate measuring of self, patterns, types of fabric that may be used for different garments prescribed by the Messenger; also there was teaching on the need to have your notions organized as well as to check your machine to ensure it is working properly, if you have not used it for a while. All Sisters in attendance received head-piece patterns. Excellent Ideas Exchanged During Financial Conference At 12:00 noon there was a joint Financial Management Conference that dealt with managing finances at home and abroad. The panel consisted of Brother Minister Kamau Islam, Brother Secretary Hakeem Muhammad, Sister Captain Debbie Muhammad and Sister Lieutenant Evvy Islam. Believers in the audience participated with questions and commentsshowing great interest. This activity concluded the morning sessions thus everyone, except Laborers, retired to get ready for the evening banquet, and to catch up on rest if they arrived during the “wee” hours. The various laborers‟ meetings dealt with planned security and policy (The NOIGA-The Nation Of Islam General Assembly). After handling all the work and ne- cessities to have a smooth Saviour‟s Day, time was taken to get changed and relaxed for the upcoming banquet. Jr. F.O.I. and Jr. M.G.T. make presentations. The banquet was held from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. and presentations included: (1). A Farm, Agriculture and Science Report by Jr. F.O.I. and Jr. M.G.T. representing Muhammad‟s Temples of Islam in Richmond, Virginia, Gloucester, Virginia, and Bridgeport, Con- Sister Linda Wyatt speaks on diabetes treatments. necticut. (2). A splendid presentation from the National Diabetes Association-presented by Sister Linda Wyatt. (3). A session on 15 Dr. Elieth Harris “How To Eat To Live” - presented by Brother Minister Batin Muhammad from Gloucester, and (4). Dr. Elieth Harris (who is based in the New York/Connecticut area) and body. These presenters left much food for thought, and bore witness to what Allah, Master Fard Muhammad, and His Last Messenger, teaches. After a full day of activities, it was time to retire to a peaceful night‟s sleep to be fresh for Saviour‟s Day. Doors opened on Saviour‟s Day, February 26, 2013, at 12:30 p.m.. There was vending and checking procedures according to Messenger Muhammad‟s guidelines. The Saviour‟s Day program started promptly at 2:00 p.m. The Banquet attendees dine on healthy and delicious food while enjoying various presentations. who is a Clinical Nutritionist spoke on Herbal and Holistic health, the science of plant based food, plant based supplements, and the living of peace of mind theme was “Our Saviour Has Arrived”. The featured speakers were: Brother Minister Kenneth Muhammad-MTI #41, Bridgeport, Connecticut, Brother Minister Muslim Ministers deliver Saviour’s Day Message: “Our Saviour Has Arrived”. Kamau Islam-MTI #24, Richmond, Virginia, Brother Minister Batin Muhammad-MTI, Gloucester, Virginia, Bro. Minister Basir Muhammad-MTI, San Antonio, Texas, and Brother Minister Haqq Muhammad from Brooklyn, New York. Vending and dinner followed the speakers. Recorded sessions of some of the activities are available for sale. Please contact any of the Temples listed on the Temple directory listed in this magazine on page 19 if interested. As-Salaam-Alaikum. Group pictures taken after Saviour’s Day program by Muslim Brothers and Sisters 16 Farming and Agriculture Back To The Good Earth By Brother Kamau Islam In the Name of Allah, Master Fard Muhammad, and in the name of His Messenger, the Most Honorable Elijah Muhammad. As-Salaam-Alaikum. We Must Produce Our Own People’s Needs The Honorable Elijah Muhammad teaches us “ we must get together to produce our own people’s needs”. One thing we truly need to maintain our lives is good, whole- Believers Prepare For A Great Summer and Fall Harvest Believers in the States of Connecticut, New York and Virginia have begun spring planting of a variety of vegetables and are sprucing up fruit trees in anticipation of a great summer and fall harvest. Our farming and gardening efforts of 2012 survived the hottest (and in many areas), driest summer on record, yet Allah blessed us with wonderful produce. The hard and consistent work of the believers paid off with a good harvest. Both, the Brothers (F.O.I.) and the Sisters (M.G.T.) have worked and will continue to work to make this agricultural program a success. In 2013 as we lay the ground work for an even slightly expanded operation Believers space a variety of rows of transplanted vegetable crops. we are learning additional farming techniques as well as a variety of ways to prepare (cook) and preserve the farm produce. A sampling of “salad bowl” lettuce which has been planted by believers at Muhammad „s Temple of Islam No.41 some, nutritious and lawful food that we can grow from our own good earth. With this agreed upon fact, members of the Nation of Islam under the teachings of Messenger Elijah Muhammad once again have engaged in the farming and agriculture process. Members of the M.G.T.-G.C.C. of MTI #41 pose after planting crops 17 Back To The Good Earth Continued from page 16 Believers Engage In The “Raised Bed” Process We are still learning more and more about various farming processes. Some plants are purchased from commercial ―hot houses‖ and then transplanted into the earth. When using seeds we choose the right time of year and weather conditions to plant them in the ground after we have tilled and otherwise cultivated the soil for Believers on the Virginia Peninsula grow fruit trees and vegetables. usually prepared for planting in the lower mid-Atlantic states. As one moves further North the planting season usually starts soon after the frost breaks in late April or early May. Farming Taken To The Next Level M.G.T. from the Virginia area works with “raised bed” process. While the crops are growing many of the believers are learning improved methods of enriching the soil to get even better produce. The best methods of cooking and preserving foods is also being studied and implemented. The next level of development is advanced methods of packaging and distribution. All praises are due to Allah, Master Fard Muhammad, for the Most Honorable Elijah Muhammad. As-Salaam-Alaikum. excellent crop production. Some believers have chosen to use the ―raised bed‖ process when growing vegetable plants. The spring planting season in the eastern portion of the United States begins early in the deep south. By late March and mid April the ground is Green beans, squash, cucumbers and tomatoes among crops planted in various areas. “...In The Days Of Famine They Shall Be Satisfied.” In the Name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful. All praise is due to Allah for giving us a Messenger in the Honorable Elijah Muhammad. AsSalaam-Alaikum. By Sister Debbie Muhammad On Saturday, May 18, 2013, the M.G.T. & G.C.C. of Muhammad’s Temple of Islam #41 in Bridgeport, Connecticut, with the assistance of Bro. Minister Kenneth Muhammad descended on the earth to grow some crops for ourselves. The Messenger teaches us that we must do for self, and have some land to call our own. The M.G.T. and Jr. M.G.T. got to work, putting the Messenger’s teachings and program into practice. We began by turning and mixing the soil to properly prepare it for many crops. We planted eggplant, string beans, butter lettuce, yellow and butternut squash, tomatoes, cucumbers, both red and green peppers, okra, sweet basil, sweet peppers, parsley, oregano, and rosemary. This effort enabled us to once again get a feel for working the land. With Allah’s blessing we will get a taste of the fruits of our labor. Allah is ever seer of all things as addressed in the Bible, Psalm 37:18&19 which reads: “The Lord knoweth the days of the upright; and their inheritance shall be forever. They shall not be ashamed in the evil time and in the days of famine they shall be satisfied.” As-SalaamAlaikum. 18 The Need For Unity By Brother A. Haqq Muhammad In the Name of Allah, Master Fard Muhammad, and His Messenger The Most Honorable Elijah Muhammad. As-Salaam-Alaikum. “Behold how good and how pleasant it is for brethren (and the sisterhood) to dwell in unity,” Psalm 133:1 The Honorable Elijah Muhammad, throughout all his teachings and writings, has been and is the greatest teacher of unity among his followers and all Black people in America and the world. He made it extremely important for Black men and women here in America to work hard for unity amongst themselves. In his dynamic book, MESSAGE TO THE BLACKMAN IN AMERICA, on page 220, he writes: ―The unity of 22 million socalled Negroes up from slavery is the answer to our salvation…” He adds: ―what more do we need but unity of the whole for the whole?...Love and unity of self and kind is the key to our salvation.” Other Ethnic Groups and Races Have Strong Unity Among Themselves It is our lack of true unity that keeps our people divided and prevents us, even in 2013, from making any real progress to save our people, who remain deaf, dumb, and blind to the knowledge of self. Messenger Muhammad says we allow petty differences to keep us divided. If we look carefully around us, we can see all the other ethnic groups and races who have strong unity among them- selves. We see the Koreans, Arabs, Russians, Asians, Spanish, Germans, Irish, Italians – all displaying unity among themselves. Why such unity amongst these groups despite their differences, outlooks and opinions? Each of these groups have unity because they all have something in common that naturally unites them: language, ethnicity, culture, heritage, skin color, homeland, etc. When I was in elementary school I had difficulty doing math. I didn’t hate math. I just found math hard to do. In fact I avoided having to do math. I remembered what to do when it came to fractions. In the science of fractions, all parts are not together, they are fractionalized. In order to solve a problem in fractions or arrive at a sum in fractions, one must find the least common denominator. When the least common denominator is found, you solve the problem or you find the sum in fractions and all parts come together. We Must Unite To Overcome Our Common Enemy The Honorable Elijah Muhammad teaches that Black people here in America are divided and he calls us to unite. We are 40 million or more Black people here in America with so much potential for greatness. Although we are from different political, economic and religious backgrounds we all have a particular thing in common. We are all Black, descendants of slaves, with a common enemy — the Whiteman, who has deceived us and continues to deceive us into thinking that we are free. Messenger Muhammad Teaches That The Solution To Our Problems Is Divine Messenger Muhammad says that our problem of disunity is a divine problem that needs a divine solution from GOD in Person. He points to the Book of Ezekiel 37:1 which clearly shows the current condition of Black people in America. The Prophet Ezekiel was set down in a valley of dry bones; these bones were scattered, and dry. Mr. Muhammad stated that these bones are a perfect picture of us (Black people) here in this country; the bones represent or are a symbol of Black people who are without substance-no life. Bones are remains of a human or animal that once lived but is now dead. The dryness of the bones represent Black people without water (spiritual life) and the divided bones represent the disunity of people. The bones described in the Book of Ezekiel were so dry and scattered that GOD commanded the Son of Man to prophesy unto the bones and blow four winds upon the bones. This Messenger Muhammad tells us is the coming of Allah God and teaching Black people truth, which caused us (the bones) to begin seeking unity. It is unity that will allow us as a people to overcome all obstacles placed in our path. With divine unity, and truth, we can build an economic, social, cultural, educational Institution that the Honorable Elijah Muhammad teaches us that we as a people can do with the help of Allah. Messenger Muhammad teaches that our unity is more powerful than an atomic bomb. We can’t just teach or preach unity; we must be unity in action. And our unity must be as a solid 19 The Need For Unity (continued from page 18) Needed: Contributors wall where none can divide us; be- We as Muslims must start with our- To Muhammad’s Newsletter. cause a chain is as strong as its weak- selves to produce the fruitful rewards of est link. unity. This will show our people what real unity can produce. Let us build that We the followers of the Honorable Eli- strong united Black front. But let us do jah Muhammad must be the greatest it in the name of Allah, Who came in and truest examples of unity. 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