The Falsehood of Christmas
This lecture, delivered by Student In The Ministry Joseph Muhammad and Student Minister Rodney Muhammad, focuses on the teachings of the Nation of Islam, particularly those of the Honorable Elijah Muhammad and the Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan, and the significance of December as a time of spiritual reflection and separation from the practices of the world…. The ministers emphasize the importance of seeking guidance from God, and adhering to the principles taught by the messengers of God. Key Concepts and Themes
Spiritual Warfare: The lecture emphasizes that believers are engaged in a spiritual “War of Armageddon” and must be prepared and vigilant. The Importance of the Messenger: Both speakers stress the importance of listening to and obeying the messengers of God, particularly the Honorable Elijah Muhammad and the Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan, because they are the ones who bring the truth…. Trials and Tribulations: The speakers explain that trials are a part of the believer’s path and are used by Allah to test the faith of individuals. They also note the importance of turning to God during timesof adversity and using prayer as a source of strength.
The Nature of Truth: The lecture emphasizes that truth is the basis of creation and that believers must feed on truth to empower their minds. The Rejection of False Idols: The speakers criticize the practices associated with Christmas, stating that they are rooted in pagan traditions and have become commercialized, distracting people from the true worship of God…. The speakers specifically reject sun worship, and note that the celebration of Christmas takes place on the birth date of the demon Nimrod.
Fasting as a Spiritual Practice: The lecture highlights the significance of fasting in December, reframing it from a time of revelry to a time of spiritual discipline and separation from the world’s darkness. The Honorable Elijah Muhammad strategically placed the fast in December to counter the revelry of the Christmas holiday.
The Importance of the Mind: The lecture emphasizes that the mind must be aligned with truth. When the mind is dead, it can only think of things that satisfy the killer of the mind.
The End of Time: The speakers assert that the world as we know it is coming to an end, and that it’s necessary to seek guidance from God for the new world. The Role of the Mahdi: The speakers explain that the Mahdi is coming at the end of the world and will kill the swine and break the crosses, and they point to Minister Farrakhan as fulfilling these signs.
Student In The Ministry Joseph Muhammad
1. Opens the meeting with a prayer and expresses gratitude for key figures in the Nation of Islam. 2. Highlights the importance of the mosque as a place for spiritual healing. 3. Speaks on the stress and trials of daily life. 4. Emphasizes the need to rely on Allah as the true source of strength. 5. Introduces the refuge prayer as a tool to ease the mind during times of trouble.
Student Minister Rodney Muhammad
1. Focuses on the deeper meaning of the Christmas holiday, using the X in Xmas as a symbol of the unknown. 2. Explains the origins of intelligence and the significance of truth. 3. Discusses the importance of the earth’s angle and its connection to seasons, relating it to the importance of having the right “angle” toward God…. 4. Explains the importance of having the right angle to the messengers of God. 5. Explains the strategy of the Honorable Elijah Muhammad to reframe December with a fast and separates the practices of the holiday from its true origins. 6. Discusses the origin and meaning of the Bible, and the influence of the Roman Empire on its interpretation…. 7. Connects the practices of Christmas with the story of Nimrod and his evil actions. 8. Explains the strategy of the Honorable Elijah Muhammad in having the Nation of Islam fast during the month of December. 9. Explores the true meaning of Jesus’ birth and questions the traditional narrative…. 10. Highlights the importance of overcoming the forces that keep us separated from God and to become masters of greed. 11. Encourages listeners to join the spiritual army led by the Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan.