THE NATION OF ISLAM S T U D Y C O U R S E

WEDNESDAY CLASS WEEK 18

MESSAGE TO THE BLACKMAN Pages 211 – 219

(Persecution of The Righteous)

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This 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 Steps Step 1: Key Word Clearing Time Frame: 30 min Key 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.

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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)

2.) 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.

3.) 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 min After completing step one, you may begin to read the selected reading materials. Step 3: Check Your Understanding Questions: Time Frame: 30 min Review 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

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What does it mean to be framed? To be framed means to incriminate (an innocent person) through the use of false evidence, information, etc.; produce false evidence against (an innocent person) so that they appear guilty. What does whitewash mean? Whitewash means to deliberately attempt to conceal unpleasant facts about (a person or organization). What does it mean to retaliate? To retaliate means make an attack or assault in return for a similar attack; to avenge (an injury, wrong, etc). What is an aggressor? An aggressor is a person, group, or nation that attacks first or initiates hostilities; an assailant or invader. What is meant by disagreeable? Disagreeable is contrary to one's taste or liking; unpleasant; offensive; repugnant. It is to be unpleasant in manner or nature. What does it mean to disrespect? Disrespect means to regard or treat with contempt or rudeness; to insult. What does delinquency mean? Delinquency is failure in or neglect of duty or obligation; dereliction; default. It is wrongful, illegal, or antisocial behavior. What does it mean to charge someone? Charge means to make an accusation or allegation, such as a formal accusation of a crime under the law. What is a clash? A clash is a conflict; disagreement; a violent confrontation. It means to come together or collide. What is meant by high morals? High morals is meant holding or manifesting high principles for proper conduct. It is a person's standards of behavior or a belief concerning what is and is not acceptable for them to do.

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What is an assembly? An assembly is an assembling or coming together of a number of persons, usually for a particular purpose, whether religious, political, educational, or social. What is harassment? Harassment is to disturb persistently; torment, as with troubles or cares; bother continually; pester; persecute. It is aggressive pressure or intimidation. What is the meaning of doom? Doom is death, destruction, or some other terrible fate. It is a judgment, decision, or sentence, especially an unfavorable one. What is meant by death-dealing? Death-dealing means capable of causing death; fatal; causing or liable to cause death. It is the transaction or selling of that which can cause or promote death. What does unprovoked mean? Unprovoked means an attack, or a display of aggression or emotion, not caused by anything done or said. What is self-defense? Self-defense is the act of defending one's person when physically attacked, as by countering blows or overcoming an assailant; the use of force to defend one’s self. What is a coward? A coward is a person who lacks courage in facing danger, difficulty, opposition, pain, etc.; a timid or easily intimidated person.

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STEP 3: Check Your Understanding The 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. Why is that in Islam, we are taught never to be the aggressors? Why are we forbidden to carry

weapons? 2. How will Allah (God) make Himself known in the Western Hemisphere? 3. Why must the prophesy of the prophets be fulfilled? 4. What was the price paid in order for us to have an independent educational system and schools? 5. What “trumped-up” charge was leveled against the Nation of Islam as we worked to educated our

own children? Using the terminology in the charge, how can you disprove their claims. 6. Since history works in cycles, if the enemy decided to attack our school system again, what

trumped-up charges would they possibly use and how would you defend these false charges? 7. What is the result of taking our children out of our own schools and placing them into public

schools? 8. Why do you think the Honorable Elijah Muhammad said, “..IT IS NOW TIME THAT YOU AND I

TAKE COUSEL.” Why is it still necessary today? 9. What is the result when a person stands-up and speaks a word on behalf of his/her own people?

Questions For Further Study: 1. Make a list of the forms of persecution, that the early followers of the Honorable Elijah

Muhammad had to endure, that we now benefit from. 2. Ultimately, who does this fight (with the enemy) belong to? 3. What have the Scientists of Islam found out about getting along with the white race in peace?

Give an example that supports their findings. 4. What occurred in Chicago, Illinois in the police court? 5. How do we prevent a clash and keep the peace with the Christians as it relates to schooling? 6. The Honorable Elijah Muhammad states, “They only use the word peace to deceive the black

people, to get a chance at making mischief among them, and causing bloodshed.” Give past and presents examples that bear witness to this statement.

7. How have they learned that the God of peace is with us? Give an example. 8. What wise decision did the Honorable Elijah Muhammad make during one meeting where two

officers demanded entrance without relinquishing their weapons? Why did He make that decision?

9. Why can’t a master accept an unequal as his equal? 10. Why would the enemy claim that our aim is to undermine the American way of life? Why is this

a whitewash or hypocrisy?

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