MTTBM_week_28_wed by Barnar Muhammad

THE NATION OF ISLAM S

WEDNESDAY CLASS WEEK 28 MESSAGE TO THE BLACKMAN Pages 294 - 305 THE JUDGMENT

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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 regret? Regret is a sense of loss, disappointment, dissatisfaction, etc.; feeling of sorrow or remorse for a fault, act, loss, disappointment, etc.

What does it mean to seduce? Seduce means to lead astray, as from duty, rectitude, or the like; corrupt. It is to lead or draw away, as from principles, faith, or allegiance.

What is a doubter? A doubter is a person who questions or lacks faith in something; a skeptic.

What is a penalty? A penalty is a punishment imposed or incurred for a violation of law or rule.

KEY WORD CLEARING

What is grief? Grief is keen mental suffering or distress over affliction or loss; sharp sorrow; painful regret. What does the term "woe is me" mean? "Woe is me" means I am distressed; sad; grieved. What does it mean to forsake? Forsake means to quit or leave entirely; abandon; desert; to give up or renounce. What does it mean to demand? To demand is to ask for with proper authority; claim as a right. What is a guide? A guide is a book or person that instructs or explains the fundamentals of a subject or skill; a mark, sign, etc. that points the way. What does it mean to preserve? To preserve is to keep alive or in existence; make lasting; to keep safe from harm or injury; protect or spare.

What does it mean to persecute? Persecute means to pursue with harassing or oppressive treatment, especially because of religion, race, or beliefs; harass persistently. What does strange mean? Strange means unusual, extraordinary, or curious; odd; queer. It is to be estranged, alienated, etc, as a result of being out of one's natural environment. What does hereafter mean? Hereafter means after the destruction of the present world, its power and authority to rule; the future; time to come; heaven. What is a calamity? A calamity is a great misfortune or disaster, as a flood or serious injury; grievous affliction; adversity; misery. What is bliss? Bliss is supreme happiness; utter joy or contentment; the joy of heaven.

What does the term "at hand" mean? "At hand" means within reach; nearby; close by; near in time; soon. What is the definition of promise? A promise is a declaration that something will or will not be done, given, etc., by one; an express assurance on which expectation is to be based. What is a protector? A protector is a person or thing that protects; defender; guardian.

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.

Why do people reject the divine message of God? What should we set our hearts and minds on today? What has Allah promised us? Do you believe in Allah’s promise to us? Explain. The Most Honorable Elijah Muhammad states, “the so-called American Negroes (my people) are now in a time when they must decide on life or death.” How does this statement coincide with what the Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan has shared with us recently? 5. What is Master Fard Muhammad’s aim with the original Black Nation? 6. Explain why the righteous will be the winner if we are with Master Fard Muhammad? 7. Explain why the Caucasian people are considered “completely new & strange” in our universe. 8. Why can’t we conceive of a better world than the present world? Why is this a critical mistake? 9. What does “hereafter” mean? 10. According the Most Honorable Elijah Muhammad, what is the hereafter like? Explain.

Questions For Further Study: 1. What has been the pattern of the rejecters of the divine messages coming from the prophets and messengers of God? Give examples (past & present). 2. What will the rejecters and doubters say when they see the chastisement of Allah coming upon them? 3. What is the demand of the Allah (God) today? 4. What does one accept when accepting he false-friendship of this wicked world? 5. What is the consequence of the rejection of Master Fard Muhammad’s call for us? 6. What has the enemy done and continue to do to persecute the followers of the Most Honorable Elijah Muhammad and the Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan? 7. What do you think it means, “Every nation will be called to its book?” 8. What is the main obstacle that is in the way of the removal of the wicked and disagreeable people? 9. What is the mission of the Most Honorable Elijah Muhammad & the Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan? 10. What must we do immediately? Why? 11. What are the calamities that America is now facing?