Nur Uz-zamaan Institute
The Sayyad family and Freedom Farms
The Peoples Family
Tribes, Jamaats, Group Economics
In the Name Of Allah the Most Gracious the Most Merciful Recap of the last issue: Volume 1 is all about consistency. Consistently delivering a newsletter every week for 50 weeks. Consistently writing on the topics of tribal families, community, planning, and group economics.
They said, "O Shu'ayb, we do not understand much of what you say, and indeed, we consider you among us as weak. And if not for your family, we would have stoned you to death; and you are not to us one respected.“ (11: 91) “We cannot enter into alliance with neighboring princes until we are acquainted with their designs. We shall be unable to turn natural advantages to account unless we make use of local guides.” (Sun Tzu)
Verification before Recommendation Many important events have transpired since last week. These events have inspired some people to take actions in order to change their situation. However, I would like to ask a question. Are these actions part of a long term community strategy or are they knee-jerk reactions to a current event? The action may be the same in both cases but longevity of the cause will be based on the amount of time spent planning for it. This is a struggle for freedom. This is not the struggle of an individual but rather of a community. The community is built by networking and establishing relationships with each other. The Prophet Muhammad, may peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, has informed us that we get to know a person in three ways: by traveling with them, by doing business with them, or by living with them. If you, the reader, are serious about building strong free communities then know that the integrity of your character will be tested. Furthermore, the people you recommend to others will be a testament to your character. If you don’t know much about a person or organization then don’t suggest them to others, it is just that simple. Honesty is the best policy. In addition, before you do business with anyone verify they are people of integrity. Community building is a mission I have devoted the rest of my life to. It is too important to waste time, energy, and resources with people who are dishonest and unreliable. How many communities and movements have suffered over the years because they trusted people who were undeserving of it. Many of these communities have never recovered. A believer is not bitten in the same whole twice. Let that sink in.
Freedom Gardens 40 week countdown: 39 weeks left Objective #1: Learn to grow and care for 10 types of fruit vegetables in your area. At least one must be a perennial. Objective #2: Establish a network of people in your area who are also working towards freedom. You are only limited by your own ambition. Naeem Abdullah (known for 2 years) Imam at Nur uz-zamaan Institute and Masjid al-Mu'min in Pittsburgh. Urban community gardens, family activities, and in the process of establishing a sister city in the west African country of Gambia. http://www.nuruzzamaaninstitute.org/
Faruq Hunter (known for 3 months) President of Freedom Builders, an aspiring international network of smart eco-villages, sustainable farms, homesteads and Fab Labs. Based in Atlanta, GA. Visit us at www.freedomnation.me
Rufus Demetric Peoples (known for 26 years) Permaculture, Homesteading, and Urban Farming A five generation native of Gadsden County working a six acre urban farm in the last predominantly Black district in Florida.
The three people and organizations mentioned above are verified. I have met them in person, done business with them, and examined their lives. They embody the principles of Food and Families First. There are many others as well but I try to keep the newsletter brief. Next issue:
Our Greatest Enemy
The Four Point Islamic Strategy 1. Islam, Jama’ah, and the Islamic Village a.
Muslims must form or join a Jama’ah whose primary goal is to acquire land, establish a village, and achieve economic independence.
2. Build alliances with Indigenous communities a. b. c. d.
Trade Business Family ties Da’wah
3. Acquire property within or next to the Indigenous community a. b. c.
Buy at least five acres within the community The land should preferably have access to fresh water An Islamic village must be established on this land
4. Extend network a. b. c.
Support the creation of Muslim villages in other communities Open the invitation for hijrah Establish trade and business connections with other communities
