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WEDNESDAY CLASS WEEK 21 MESSAGE TO THE BLACKMAN Pages 237 - 247 (Land of Our Own & Qualifications)
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Study Course Instructions 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 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.
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 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 Time Frame: min is formulated to check your30 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.
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What is a flag? A flag is a piece of cloth, varying in size, shape, color, and design, usually attached at one edge to a staff or cord, and used as the symbol of a nation, state, or organization, as a means of signaling, etc.; standard; banner; pennant. What is an emblem? An emblem is an object or its representation, symbolizing a quality, state, class of persons, etc.; symbol. It is a sign, design, or figure that identifies or represents something.
KEY WORD CLEARING
What is the meaning of unlimited? Unlimited means not limited or restricted in terms of number, quantity, or extent. It means without any qualifications or exception; unconditional. What is meant by essential? Essential means the basic, real, and invariable nature of a thing or its significant individual feature or features. What is the definition of a citizen? A citizen is a native or naturalized member of a state or nation who owes allegiance to its government and is entitled to its protection. What does it meant to incite? To incite means to stir, encourage, or urge on (violent or unlawful behavior); stimulate or prompt to action. What is the meaning of equalize? To equalize means to make the same in quantity, size, or degree throughout a place or group. What are civil rights? Civil rights are the equal rights of a human being on a level with any other human being. They are rights to personal liberty established by the 13th and 14th Amendments to the U.S. Constitution and certain Congressional acts, especially as applied to an individual or a minority group. Civil rights are, also, the rights to full legal, social and economic equality extended to blacks. What is a Bill? A Bill is a form or draft of a proposed statute presented to a legislature, but not yet enacted or passed and made law.
What is the meaning of subjected? Subjected means to bring under domination, control, or influence. It means to bring under dominion, rule, or authority, as of a conqueror or a governing power. What does it mean to reject? To reject means to refuse to have, take, or recognize; to refuse to accept. It means to throw out as useless or worthless; discard. What is an offer? An offer is a proposal or bid to give or pay something as the price of something else; bid. It is a proposal that requires only acceptance in order to create a contract. What is the meaning of descendant? A descendant means a person or animal that is descended from a specific ancestor; an offspring; something deriving in appearance, function, or general character from an earlier form. What is intermarriage? Intermarriage is marriage between a man and woman of different races, religions, tribes, castes, or ethnic groups, as between a white person and a black person. What does it mean to nurse? To nurse means to tend or minister to in sickness, infirmity, etc. It means to bring up, train, or nurture. What is the meaning of sport? NOUN - A sport is a diversion; recreation; pleasant pastime. VERB - It means to amuse oneself with some pleasant pastime or recreation; to trifle or treat lightly. What does it mean to play? To play means to exercise or employ oneself in diversion, amusement, or recreation; to do something in sport that is not to be taken seriously. What does it mean to be idle? To be idle means not working or active; unemployed; doing nothing. It means habitually doing nothing or avoiding work; lazy. What is intoxicated? To be intoxicated means to lose control of their faculties or behavior (by use of alcoholic drink or a drug). 3
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. 2. 3. 4.
What is significance of the sun, moon, and star as it relates to the believer & non-believer? Why is it important that any citizen of a country have a complete knowledge of their flag? What is Master Fard Muhammad’s first and foremost teaching to us? What does it mean? (SKETCH) Sketch a picture of both the American flag and the Flag of Islam. Label all of the symbols and there meaning according to the teachings of the Honorable Elijah Muhammad. 5. Why do you think Master Fard Muhammad gave us a flag that represents the universe? 6. Why is there no moon on the American flag? 7. What are the similarities and differences between the lost and found members of the Black Nation and out brothers and sisters in Africa and Asia? 8. What is your own self (spiritually & physically)? 9. What should you know, what should you do, and what is your place in this change of worlds, government and people? 10. How is one classified as civilized? How is one classified as savage? What are the characteristics of both?
Questions For Further Study: 11. What do the two flags represent or stand for? 12. What is the nature of the science of the Flag of Islam? 13. Why must Christianity and true history of their flag be taught to black people? 14. What have the so called negroes received under the American flag? 15. Why did the south make it a crime for her so called freed slaves to say they have suffered slavery and death under the American flag? What do they fear? 16. What does each element of the Flag of Islam mean (symbols & color)? 17. Will civil rights ever solve the problems of black people? Why or why not? 18. What is the true and best solution for our current problems in America? 19. Why do white people fear true black leadership and ruler-ship? 20. Is a theory true? Explain 21. Why does this country offer sport and play to our people? What is the purpose of this?
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