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 !

By The Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan

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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 FOR 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 during your study raise your hand for assistance. Each believer (student) should have a copy of this study course and its instructions to take home and continue studying on their own. All steps may not 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 answer at the conclusion of this study class 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.

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STEP 1: Key Word Clearing

What does it mean to interpret something?To interpret mean to explain the meaning of (information, words, or actions). It means to perform (a dramatic role or piece of music) in a particular way that conveys one‘s own understanding of the creator’s ideas.

What does it mean to mislead someone?To mislead someone means to cause (someone) to have a wrong idea or impression about someone or something. It also means to lead in the wrong direction; to lead astray; to deceive and delude; to lead into wrongdoing.

What is a scholar?A scholar is a learned person. A scholar is also a specialist in a particular branch of study.

What does straight mean?Straight means extending or moving uniformly in one direction only; without a curve or bend. It means to properly position so as to be level, upright, or symmetrical. It also means clear, logical, and unemotional (thinking).

What does it mean to deviate?Deviate means to depart from an established course. It means to depart from usual or accepted standards (as in the standard of God).

What does it mean to purify?Purify means remove contaminants from and to make fully clean.

What does it mean to divide?Divide means to separate or be separated into parts. It means to form a boundary between (two people or things) the artificial barrier. It also means to disagree or cause to disagree.

What does it mean to be humble?Humble means having or showing a modest or low estimate of one's own importance. It also means to refrain from trying to make oneself more than they really are (Study Guide 19, page 21).

What is a false leader?A false leader is one not leading accordance with truth or fact; incorrect. He or she has the appearance of the thing denoted but deliberately made or meant to deceive. It is a leader who is treacherous and unfaithful to the ones he/she confesses to lead.

What does the word significant mean?That which is significant is sufficiently great or important to be worthy of attention. It also is something having a particular meaning; indicative of something.

What does it mean when something is ingrained?The word ingrained means (of a habit, belief, or attitude) firmly fixed or established; difficult to change. It is something that is deeply embedded and thus difficult to remove (dirt or a stain).

What does it mean to be arrogant?One who is arrogant is one having or revealing an exaggerated sense of one's own importance or abilities.

What does it mean to acquaint one with something or someone?Acquaint means to make someone aware of or familiar with (someone or something). The root of the word means “to come to know”.

STEP 3: Check Your Understanding The following 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 Study:

1. Why did Allah reveal in the Holy Quran (sura 6:3) “rules of interpretation” for His book and the His words contained in it? (pages 18 & 19)

2. List examples of how Satan causes the people to deviate from Allah’s straight path. What does he (Satan) promote and skillfully suggest?

3. What are the results and effects of deviation? List an example from the past and present that illustrate (shows) the results of deviation.

4. The pattern of Allah (God) has always been to raise a prophet or messenger to guide the people back to the straight path of God when they have gone astray. In knowing this, what is the pattern of Satan after the prophets (servants) of God leave the scene? List an example from the past and present that illustrates this pattern. (page 20)

5. What are the characteristics of those who will be the successful teachers today? (page 21)

6. Why is the number 12 such a significant number? What does it represent? (page 21)

7. What is Allah (God) doing with the so called world leaders today? (pages 21 & 22)

8. Why is it that the Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan can speak to the so called rulers and leaders of the earth with such boldness, courage and authority? What does this represent? (page 22)

9. What is the Nation of Islam’s position as it pertains to the participation in wars and armed conflict? (pages 22 & 23)

10. (Think About It) This message (Who is God?) was delivered on Feb. 24, 1991 when the U.S. was prosecuting the war in Iraq (Gulf War). In reviewing and reflecting on the words of the Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan as it relates to what would happen if the U.S. goes to war, what can you presently see that has come to pass (of what he said would happen) nearly 20 years later. What does this bear witness to as it pertains to who the Honorable Minster Louis Farrakhan is and this course of study, The Knowledge of God?

QUESTIONS FOR STUDY SESSIONSTUDY GUIDE 19 / THE KNOWLEDGE OF GOD

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