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What was Malcolm's position about whites when he was with the nation of Islam?
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Malcolm Little was his birth name but then he changed it to X when he was older cause it was a slave name.
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Do you need to be a muslin to join the Nation of Islam?
No. A Non-Muslim can convert to the African-American Nation of Islam. However, Whites and Jews are forbidden to convert.
Did the Nation of Islam believe in violence or non-violence?
It depends on the particular Nation of Islam preacher. Some were more bellicose than others (advocating for actual attacks on whites or restricting violence to self-defense), but the Nation of Islam was certainly not a mirror of Reverend King's peaceful non-violence.It is important to note that the Nation of Islam is distinct from Sunni Islam in several key respects and the rules of the Nation of Islam are inconsistent with those of Sunni Islam.
Why did some people accuse the Nation of Islam of reverse racism?
The Nation of Islam wanted to start a black nation with a separate goverment, as it believed that whites were intent to keep blacks poor and powerless.The Nation of Islam made a number of arguments that are racist toward Whites. Some examples include:Calling the "White Man" the devil and an artificial creation of a Satanic WarlockSupporting Black SupremacyDenying historical contributions of White Men who do not fit the Nation of Islam's historical narrative of Black Repression"Metaphorically" advocating for the murder of "White Devils".
Is Dr Khalid Abdul Muhammad a Racist?
Yes. He made numerous statements demeaning Whites and Jews while a leader in the African-American Nation of Islam. It is worth noting the the Nation of Islam is a distinct religion from mainstream Islam and is primarily defined by its "Black Empowerment" views.
Who was the Nation of Islam directed towards?
The Nation of Islam, which is a distinct African-American religion (not related to Sunni or Shiite Islam), was directed towards African-Americans and sought only to evangelize to them. Whites were, and remain in many cases, banned from entry to religion as they are seen as irredeemable, demonic souls.
Why did Malcolm X think that the March on Washington make African Americans look like fools?
because in Malcolm x's religion the nation of Islam they thought that whites were the devil and whites were involved in the march on Washington.
Was Malcolm X a pimp?
Yes he was. He was also a drug addict who spent time in prison. He rebuilt his life after joining the Nation of Islam against whites.
When was Nation of Islam created?
Nation of Islam was created in 1930.
What was the overall belief of the nation of Islam towards whites?
It is to be understood that the Nation of Islam (NOI) has nothing to do with main stream Islam. They are not considered Muslims per Quran and prophet Muhammad teachings. They deny the fundamental principles of Islam. Main stream Islam denies and condemn racism and/or discrimination based on color, gender, race, faiths, or whatsoever. Muslims are judged only by their good deeds and piety. However, NOI followers believe that black Muslims are superior than the whites which is absolutely against Islam teachings per Quran and prophet Muhammad sayings and practices. Refer to question below for more information.
What goals of the nation of islam in the 1960?
The main goals of Nation of Islam were that:black people are the original people of the worldwhite people are "devils"blacks are superior to whites, andthe demise of the white race is imminentIt is quite different than true Islam religion per Quran God revelation to prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). Refer to related question below.
Why Did Muhammad Ali Leave the Nation of Islam?
He didn't leave the nation of Islam
Why did Malcolm X become a member of the Nation of Islam?
He found the spiritual home he had been seeking for most of his life .. Malcolm had been seeking big answers and spiritual answers throughout his life and he found what he had been seeking for in the Islamic religion.
