THE NATIONOF ISLAM

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Welcome to the NOI Study Course. We hope and pray that Allah will bless

you with a productive study and a deeper understanding of the

Teachings of the Most Honorable Elijah Muhammad.

A s S a l a a m A l a i k u m !

THE DEVILPages 117 - 134

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Study Course InstructionsThis study course is designed to be done both in a course room, mosque, study-group or self-paced at home. Certain parts of this course (Key Word Study) will be done with a partner. Other parts will be done independently (by yourself). When its time to partner, you and your partner (twin) are to follow the steps provided in this guide. The study course is laid out in the order you do them. It is important not to skip any steps of the guide. THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE TO BE FOLLOWED IN OUR CLASSES.

Purpose of this Study Course Guide:

The purpose of this study course guide is to guide you through this course of study.

Time to Complete:

Although the hour and a half that we have for study this evening will hopefully allow you to progress through most of this study, however it is strongly recommend that you continue to work on this study course at home at your own pace.

Important Note: During the study course session, if you have any questions raise your hand for assistance. Each believer (student) should have a copy of this handout and its instructions to take home and continue studying on their own. All steps may not be completed in the class sessions in its entirety.

Study Course StepsStep 1: Key Word Clearing Time Frame: 30 minKey words are important words related to key concepts found in the reading. Having a good understanding of the meanings of these words will help each student better understand the important concepts and ideas of the study, as well as eliminate misunderstandings that come with misunderstood words. Use the key word list and definitions found in this packet to do the drill (exercise) a and b.

1.) Select a partner (closest to you) and study the Key Words together, through reviewing the questions and answers to master. (If done in course room or mosque/study group the time allotted is 30-45 minutes)

a. First time through: The student has the questions and answers in front of him or her. The partner asks the student the question, and the student answers it. He/She can look at the answer if needed. The answer does not have to be word-for-word or memorized; just the concept must be correct.

b. Second time through: Once finished with the drill the first time, you start again from the beginning, this time without the answers in front of you. Your partner asks the question and you answers. If the answer is incorrect, your partner shows you the answer. Look at the answer again and repeat until you have grasped the concept, then continue to the next one.

Step 2: Independent Reading Time Frame: 30 minAfter completing step one, you may begin to read the selected reading materials.

Step 3: Check Your Understanding Questions Time Frame: 30 minReview the lists of questions. Each question is formulated to check your understanding of the key concepts and ideas found in the reading. Answer each question on a sheet of paper and be prepared to discuss your answers at the conclusion of this session. Sufficient time may not be given during class session to answer all of the questions. If you do not finish in class, please continue this step at home.

S T U D Y C O U R S E I N S T R U C T I O N S & P R O C E D U R E S

STEP 1: Key Word Clearing

What is a paradise?A paradise is often referred to as The Garden of Eden. It is the abode of righteous souls after death; heaven. It is a place of ideal beauty or loveliness. It is also a state of delight, contentment; peace.

What does rope mean?Rope means to enclose, separate, or partition with or as if with a rope.

What does it mean to drive someone or something?Drive means to to push, propel, or press onward forcibly; urge forward: (drove the horses into the corral). It means to repulse or put to flight by force or influence.

What does the word “us” mean?The word “us” is the objective form of we. It refers to the speaker or writer and another person or other people; group.

What does it mean to exile someone?Exile means to expel from home or country, esp by official decree as a punishment; banish. It is an enforced removal from one's native country.

What is a savage?A savage is wild person; one who is fierce, violent, and uncontrolled. It is one who is uncivilized; crude, wild-looking and inhospitable.According to the Supreme Wisdom, a savage means a person who has lost the knowledge of himself and who is living a beast life.

What is mischief?Mischief is playful misbehavior or troublemaking, especially in children. It is playfulness that is intended to tease, mock, or create trouble. It is harm or trouble caused by someone or something.

What is dominion?Dominion is control or the exercise of control; sovereignty. It means having rule or authority.The root of the word means “lord or master”.

What is a characteristic?A characteristic is a feature that helps to identify, tell apart, or describe recognizably; a distinguishing mark or trait.

What is a beast?A beast is one of savage nature or characteristics. It is a brutal, uncivilized, or filthy person.(see page 125 of MTTBM)

What does forbidden mean?Forbidden means not permitted by order or law. It means to prohibit (a person) in a forceful or authoritative manner (from doing something or having something).

What does war mean?War means a state of open, armed, often prolonged conflict carried on between nations, states, or parties. It means to be in a state of hostility or rivalry; contend.

What does it mean to be chosen?Chosen means selected from or preferred above others. It also means having been selected by God; elect. It is one who is the object of choice; who is given preference.

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STEP 3: Check Your UnderstandingThe following questions are for discussion at the conclusion of the study session. The remaining questions can be completed at your own pace as you continue your study at home. You can use your book if you need help answering the questions. Write your answers on a sheet of paper.

Questions For Discussion:1. What is meant by “Let US make man”?2. What was the result of being exiled from civilization, with no guide or literature? How does this

relate to the condition of humanity and our mission at the present time?3. Make a Comparison or “T” Chart: List what Allah did for the caucasians through Musa and

what God is doing for us through The Most Honorable Elijah Muhammad & The Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan?

4. Why is the name “beast” given to describe a person?5. What is the weaker part of man that the enemy uses to bring the man to naught or ruin?6. How does the enemy “use” the woman to destroy the moral principles of the blackman?7. According to the Honorable Elijah Muhammad, the door to Islam has always been open to

everyone who desire to accept it, but today it is different. Why is the door of this religion (Islam) now being closed on the white race?

8. What does history show us of the caucasian people as it relates to Allah’s mercy on them in sending prophets and how they responded to them? Has their behavior changed as it relates to the present Messenger of God? Explain.

Questions For Further Study:1. How were Yakub’s made devils driven out of the Holy Land and for what reason?2. Is there a parallel between what we did when running the enemy out of the Holy Land and what

they did to us during slavery? Explain.3. According to the Honorable Elijah Muhammad, what are we learning from the divine revelation of

our enemies?4. Why are the caucasian people referred to as “mankind”? How does the Holy Quran shed light on

this?5. What was the result of the enemy trying to graft themselves back into the black nation?6. What was the result of not having a “guide”? What happens today, when we don’t follow “our”

guide?7. How did the dog become mankind’s best friend?8. Why did Musa (past and present) have such a hard time as a civilizer?9. What did Musa do that the Imams got after him? Why would they be upset with him?10. Why was it necessary for Musa to civilize the caucasian people?11. Why is it that the caucasian people are the only people who answer that description and work for

the past 4,000 years of having dominion and subduing the earth?12. What colors are a part of the black family and why is the job of conquering us too big of a job for

the enemy?13. How is it that the very characteristics of black and white are so very different?14. What shows, beyond a shadow of a doubt, that we don’t know ourselves nor our enemies?15. Why is the term “serpent” used in the Bible to describe the enemy?16. In spiritual dealings, how do we find the enemies of God like a snake (serpent)?17. What is the head of this human serpent?

QUESTIONS FOR STUDY SESSIONMESSAGE TO THE BLACKMAN / WEDNESDAY CLASS

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