This site presents new acquisitions, events, notable holdings, and other information from the Graphic Arts Collection within the department of Special Collections. The Evil Spirits moving will be detailed, those who seek to drag out the True Foundation will be exposed. There are pamphlets and printed material which include writings by Ali, copies of the magazine: The Moorish Voice, and clippings related to the Moorish Science Temple of America. It is a sad weakness in us after all, to oppose our fellowmen for their religious beliefs and if there are angels who record the sorrows of men as well as their sins, they certainly know how many and deep are the useless sorrows that spring forth from such opposition. The Prophet did not provide us with much information regarding his upbringing other than he was born in the State of North Carolina, 1886. THIS BOOK IS USED TO AID AND ASSIST IN THE STUDY OF PROPHET NOBLE DREW ALIS TEACHINGS, AND NOT TO COME IN CONFLICT WITH PROPHET NOBLE DREW ALIS . At a glance, there may appear to be many similar elements between the two the wearing of red fezzes, the use of similar signs & symbols, etc. Questions about proclaiming your nationality, Moorish history, Islam, etc? Each state has their own constitution that is beside the original one written by our founding liberals who said that no money shall be used except gold and silver. Buddhism had its Asoka; Judaism its Joshua; Christianity its Constantine; but Mohammedanism had no person of royal rank and power to assist in its establishment and spread. He is the Eighth in Succession starting from Bro. Moorish Americans do not believe the so-called "White Man" is the Devil. Founded in 1913 by Timothy Drew, who called himself Noble Drew Ali, the movement started in Newark, New Jersey, but eventually established its headquarters in Chicago, Illinois. Me Moorish Indigenous! He based it on the premise that African Americans are descendants of the Moabites and thus are "Moorish" (sometimes also spelled "Muurish" by adherents) by nationality, and Islamic by faith. The Moorish Science Temple did not split in the late 1920s - 1930s it has remained intact from the time of the Prophet until today. Love, Truth, Peace, Freedom, and Justice in your relations with mankind in general. She Bought Her Dream Home. We organized as the Moorish Temple of Science in the year of 1925, and were legally incorporated as a civic organization But it was Noble Drew Ali who first explained . Moorish Science Temple of America, U.S. religious movement founded in Newark, New Jersey, in 1913 by Timothy Drew (18861929), known to followers as Noble Drew Ali and also as the Prophet. In Chicago all that remains is a house with a sign reading Moorish Science Temple. The location of the Temple was Pine Bluff, Arkansaw republic. Our nationality is Moorish American, and our Divine and National Principles are Love, Truth, Peace, Freedom and Justice. Possibly, love and time will cancel our ancient hatreds in this regard and prove that in mankind tolerance is better than unwarranted opposition. Greetings, join us at Know Thyself Journey on the Spaces by Wix app to book Sufi Group Meditation and other service. Remember Moors, It found its way to India, amnd beyond, to the Islands of Sumatra, Java, and Borneo. You must have a strong foundation of world history and how the politics of the world were established and how they function. In contrast to pervasive American racism, this philosophy appealed to him. I know quite a few Moorish-Americans in the Memphis area. CONTACT; OUR HOLIDAYS; EVENTS; Supplies; TEMPLE LOCATIONS. Looking for more information regarding this temple in reference to an article, news story, etc? We shall be secure in nothing until we have economic power. Am. Ask My Leader! Like, I dont want any taxes; I dont acknowledge income taxes being legal. Well thats tough. Then, there are plates like the ones on Joreal DeVantes SUV. A: Those who fail to recognize the free national name of their constitutional government are classed as undesirables, and are subject to all Inferior names and abuses and mistreatments that the citizens care to bestow upon them. [10], According to the New York Times, the MSTA disavows the Moorish separatist movement. The Moorish Science Temple of America was founded by Noble Drew Ali in 1913. Is judge Brown saying the Constitution that gives a right to drive is not valid, if so where is this info. The marks of "black", "colored", "negro", "afro-american", "african-american", "american descendant of slaves", etc., were given to slaves by slaveholders in 1779 and lasted until 1865 . This Koran also recognizes founding Saudi Arabian monarch Abdul Aziz Ibn Saud, whom it refers to as Abdul Aziz Ibu Suad, as another significant figure for the Moorish Temple. Thats not one of them though. Moorish Science Temple of America Office Cell: (720) 400-6565 I shall continue to labor, day and night, both in public and private, for your good, thereby contributing to the welfare of our country and its people as a whole. Some argue he died as a result of mistreatment during police questioning; others believe Temple members vying for Ali's position had him killed. 9 While many Moors (and many early scholars) speak of the founding of the Moorish Science Temple of America as dating to 1913 in New Jersey, this is the date for Drew Ali's earlier religious experiment, the Canaanite Temple, about which little is known. The word "Islam" is not of Arabic origin. II. Read carefully the doctrines of the Moorish Science Temple of America. July 4, 2021. 10th Annual National Convention of The Moorish Science Temple of America Incorporated. Its fictitious. [9], In September 2021, the New York Times reported that a self-proclaimed member of the Moorish nation had attempted to illegally seize the recently purchased home of a New Jersey woman, occupying the house and changing the locks. There is only one Moorish Science Temple of America therefore there is only one Supreme Grand Sheik of the Moorish Science Temple of America. A: The Moorish Americans are the descendants of the ancient Moabites who inhabited the North Western and South Western shores of Africa. The very first step in knowing is getting to know exactly what the Holy Prophet Ali originally brought and taught and not some foreign conception and concerns which literally mean us no good. Law. Moorish Americans are not Quasi-Christians. An Archive of Our Own, a project of the Organization for Transformative Works Moorish Americans are Moors in America who have proclaimed their nationality in an authorized temple. A little before 2 a.m. on Saturday, a Massachusetts State Trooper noticed two cars stopped on Interstate 95 with their hazard lights on, and people outside the cars attempting to fill up their gas . It says its never heard of DeVante, and his tactics hurt the image of Moorish-Americans across the country. Its taking revenue away from the State of Tennessee. Moorish Americans practice Islamism, the Old Time Religion of our ancient forefathers who "are the true and divine founders of the first religious creed.". When Fard disappeared in 1934, Muhammad took over the sect. Because it takes finance to uplift a nation. In our missionary work, we encourage those through example that our social, moral and economic . Subordinate Temple #8-MD/Supply House Bro. We call them bootleggers because what they have done is theyve gone to the temple, got a nationality card, run out and adopted a eurocentric idea or conception, such as sovereignty, driving without a license, not paying taxes, Chief Minister Ra Saadi El said. Accessed September 30, 2021. The Kingdom of Morocco did not begin flying a flag similar to the Moorish Flag until it gained its independence in 1956. Possibly because the promotion of the Mohammedan faith among our people in the United States is considered by them in terms as something new. Have you ever heard about anything like that? On Your Side Investigator Keli Rabon asked Judge Brown. Prophet Noble Drew Ali teaches that the word "Islam" simply means "peace.". But I dont know him personally, no, Pleasant-Bey said. Etc What difference does it make? Judge Brown said. The Moorish Science Temple of America began as a religious movement in 1913 known as the Canaanite Temple, founded in New Jersey by Timothy Drew (1886-1929). The object of our Organization is to help in the great program of. The Moroccan King later sent him to spread Islam among African Americans. The preaching of economic security among us is by no means as widespread and intensive as the circumstances demand. The Holy Koran Circle 7, Chapter 47; Constitution and By-law of The Moorish Holy Temple of Science; Religious Corporation Act (805 ILCS 110/); Conveyances Act (765 ILCS 5/); Notice by Publication Act . his military science, and his daring constancy of character both to assist the . I. They have expressed themselves as being opposed to our propagation of the Mohammedan religion. You are welcomed to come and learn more about your Nationality and Divine Creed. In all of these languages, the root meaning translates to "Peace". We organized as the Moorish Temple of Science in the year of 1925, and were legally incorporated as a civic organization under the laws of the State of Illinois, November 29th 1926. Accessed September 30, 2021. By proclaiming our nationality and divine creed we have met the constitutional standards of law of the United States of America, therefore having and enjoying a political status in our Government. The Moorish View will be going into the Proclamations given by Prophet Noble Drew Ali to be read in every meeting. Gelatin silver print. The current Supreme Grand Sheik and Chairman of the Moorish Science Temple of America is Bro. The organization was based on a combination of black nationalism and a religious philosophy which blended Christianity and Islam. If everything involves licenses in order to establish your life in a corporate state, then there is a reason why the prophet said dont involve your affairs with that system. Blank examples of a marriage certificate and an identification card are also included. Graphic Arts Collection GAX 2021- in process. Noble Drew Ali founded the Moorish Science Temple of America. There have been many Moors and temples that have separated themselves from the Moorish Science Temple of America, Home Office and the Central Authority, but the Moorish Science Temple of America itself has never "split". It is a sad weakness in us as people that we have withheld the very encouragement, support and patronage that would have made some of our worthy business ventures a grand success. From the bench, Brown says hes seen people just like this, and it always ends up one way. Prophet Noble Drew Ali teaches us that we are "descendants of Moroccans" and born in America. Moorish Americans are not exempt from laws that require driver's licenses, license plates, and vehicle registration. Historians claim that Ali left North Carolina for Newark, New Jersey where he worked as a train expressman. It is the Bible of the Mohammedans, ruling over the customs and actions of over 200 millions of people. As First Class Citizens of the U.S.A, Moorish Americans "are to obey the laws of the government". Not realizing in the other hand of the dishonorable European is a dagger waiting to stab them when it the time comes. Drew Ali taught that all blacks were of Moorish origins but had their Muslim identity taken away from them through slavery and racial segregation. Moorish Americans do not believe "Islam" is an acronym. Washington DC 20032-2560 Office:(202) 547-7597 Fax:(202) 547-7595 www.msta1913.org Email: info@msta1913.org Mail check/money orders to above address. Head." This is not only illegal, but it also goes against the Moorish American moral codes of conduct. is an authorized Subordinate Temple of the Moorish Science Temple of America: is a an official Study Group of the Moorish Science Temple of America. The following is a list of the most common myths and misconceptions about Moorish Americans that need correcting. All Rights Reserved. Inspired by the lofty teachings of the Koran, we have it as the revealed word of God Allah. Act 4-All members must preserve these Holy and Divine laws, and all members must obey the laws of the government, because by being a Moorish American you are a part and partial of the government, and must live the life accordingly. Please tell us you are not holding up some foolish story about how Moorish went to lunch and when they came back the European took over the Government. Moorish Science Temple of America . And worst of all, have joined in the condemnations of them when they failed. You'll find here the most Informative teachings of Islam from a Moorish Perspective on the pure Faith of Islam, Nationality, History, and Positive Law. Members felt so empowered by the cards that they believed they were free from oppression. E-mail: info@msta1913.org. Act 5 of The Moorish Science Temple of America Divine Constitution and By-Laws states: We Moorish Americans are not sovereign citizens. Moorish Science Temple of America, founded by Prophet Noble Drew Ali, is a Divine and National Movement standing for the specific grand principles of Love, Truth, Peace, Freedom, and Justice. This is the offical page for the Moorish Science Temple of America #8, founded by Noble Drew Ali himself in 1928. There is an iconic photo of Marcus Garvey that has been circulating the internet for years sitting in the car next to Garvey is a brother that some say is Prophet Noble Drew Ali. Science Temple of America, May 1928 in accordance with the legal requirements of the Secretary of the State of Illinois. [3] The MSTA 1913 site, referring to the year that the movement was founded, says that its followers are inspired by the lofty teachings of the Koran. The site also claims that Islam, which it refers to as the Mohammed religion [sic], is acknowledged by nearly two hundred and fifty [sic] souls around the world but is also the religion of over 200 millions [sic] of people. [4], The MSTA follows a text which it calls The Holy Koran. This book differs significantly from the Quran which is followed by orthodox Muslims around the world and is believed to have been revealed to Muhammad sometime in the 7th century AD. We live under the Principles of Love, Truth, Peace, Freedom and Justice. E. B. Knox was put in charge of the American Headquarters of the Universal Negro Improvement Association. A struggle for power erupted between Ali and his Lieutenant Sheikh Claude Greene, resulting in Greene's murder. Moorish National Republic Government License Plate.png 1,169 729; 28 KB. In the Prophets Divine Warning he stated; E. Braswell BeySupreme Grand Sheik and Chairman, 2022 by Moorish Science Temple of America, Get critical information about our Movement, Access verified lessons and content from Amexem.com. Group of men involved in hours-long highway standoff expected to face a variety of charges. Boston Globe. Prophet Noble Drew Ali teaches us that "Islam" simply means "Peace.". Its just like if you got a car, took the tags off and decided to put a poster on it. The Moorish Science Temple of America is a religious organization that teaches Love, Truth, Peace, Freedom and Justice. We welcome help from sympathizers as well. Updates? Please continue putting for these Truths and I will continue pointing the innocent in right direction The M.S.T.A for truth, all right and exact. religion, which I hope will be satisfactory to you and be the means of causing you all times to adhere to the principles of He referred to all people of color as Asiatics, and to African Americans specifically as Moorish Americans, descendents of the Moors of North Africa. The Moorish Science Temple of America (a religious corporation) was founded by our Divine Prophet Noble Drew Ali in 1913 A.D. We have consistently demonstrated plans for the betterment of mankind, teaching those things that make our people better citizens. The Moorish Science Temple of America (a religious corporation) was founded by our Divine Prophet Noble Drew Ali in 1913 A.D. We have consistently demonstrated plans for the betterment of mankind, teaching those things that make our people better citizens. Possibly because the promotion of the Mohammedan faith among our people in the United States is . He turned to certain members for help in administering the organization. Moorish Americans do not practice an Arabic religion. DeVante says he's with the "Moorish American National Government" and he doesn't need Tennessee tags because he's a . Although it may be tempting for many to want to connect the Prophet Noble Drew Ali to the European fraternal organization, the idea that Prophet Noble Drew Ali was a Mason is flawed. In our missionary work, we encourage those through example that our social, moral and . Most are cold-blooded, though some (such as some species of tuna and Who are you leaning from about these well known things and if you are not knowing about the teachings as being taught by someone who is qualified to teach then the fault lay not with other but those whom you have entrusted your life tooPeace, Love and Praises Allah. In our missionary work, we encourage those through example that our social, moral and economic condition can be better. Although Ali was out of town at the time of the killing, he was accused of the murder and arrested when he returned. The process of going through customs started with the Moors. Without religious freedom, no search for truth would be possible; without religious freedom, no discovery of truth would be useful; without religious freedom, religious progress would be checked and we would no longer march forward the nobler life which the future holds for the races of men; without religious freedom, there would be no inspiration to lift our heads and gaze with fearlessness into the vast beyond, seeking a hope eternal. September 29, 2021. FBI File on the Moorish Science Temple of America. Gale. top of page. In the promotion of the plans for the betterment of mankind, there has never been some kind of opposition. Over the next twelve years he moved westward establishing temples in Pittsburg, Detroit, and Chiacago. Charles Kirkman-Bey became the head of what would eventually be the largest group, and which currently claims the name "Moorish Science Temple of America, Inc". Get a strong history foundation and you will have a better understanding. 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