Imam W.D. Mohammed Passes On
(From the Muslim Journal)
The leader of the largest constituent of Muslims in
America Imam W. Deen Mohammed, son of the Honorable Elijah Muhammad leader
of the Nation of Islam, passed away on Tuesday September 9th, 2008, he was 74.
In 1975 he succeeded his father, leader of the Nation of Islam opening the
movement to all races. He was a public servant who stood up against racial
oppression, and worked continuously for peace, unity, and reconciliation. He maintained his father's legacy of economic and political empowerment for the
Muslim community.
His passing today was confirmed in a statement released by the late leader's
family, "Imam W. Deen Mohammed a follower of Prophet Muhammad - on him be
peace- and Muslim le ader passed away today at his home in Markham, IL. He
trusted and he believed in the One G-d the Creator of all systems of
Knowledge. We ask that you pray for our father and leader." - The Family of
Imam W. Deen Mohammed.
MY THOUGHTS ON BROTHER IMAM...
I can remember sitting in a crowded venue waiting for the Imam to speak and blow the minds of many fellow muslims who have travelled long and far to get a clear view of the Islamic life and the Qur'an. Even at this young age, I was able to comprehend everything that brother Imam would present. While it was all from the most reliable source(the Qur'an), there were still people would doubt that Imam Mohammed was the right man to lead the islamic community and it didn't take me long to understand why.
I've lived 25 years on this earth and throughout my time I've experienced situations that have caused me to be in front of others, however I much rather lead by example than by position. The Imam has taught alot to alot of people(muslim and non-muslim)and what I have taken from him is that God is the best of planners and God should be first in everyone's life, because whenever you saw W.D. Mohammed he would always show that he is a obedient servant of God. While we have lost a very valuable leader in the Islamic community, his teachings of the Qur'an will not die and I would like everyone to know that he has made an impact on my life as well as many others.
May Peace and blessing be on him.
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