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WEDNESDAY CLASS
WEEK 65
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THE FALL OF AMERICA
By
The Most Honorable Elijah Muhammad
Chapters 29-30
THE RISE AND FALL OF NATIONS
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HAPPY SAVIOURS’ DAY!
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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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KEY WORD LIST
What is a fall?
A fall is To Descend, either suddenly or
gradually; particularly, to descend by the
force of gravity; to drop. To become
prostrate and dead; to die; especially, to
die by violence, as in battle. To cease to
be active or strong; to die away; to lose
strength.
What does it mean to hasten?
Hasten means to press; to drive or urge
forward; to push on; to precipitate; to
accelerate the movement of; to expedite;
to hurry.
What is filth?
Filth is foul matter; anything that soils or
defiles; dirt; nastiness. It is anything that
sullies or defiles the moral character;
corruption; pollution.
What is a peace-breaker?
A peace-breaker is one who disturbs the
public peace.
What was Babylon?
Babylon was the chief city of ancient
Mesopotamia and capitol of the ancient
kingdom of Babylonia. It was destroyed
for its wickedness.
What is a habitation?
A habitation is the act of inhabiting; state
of inhabiting or dwelling, or of being
inhabited; occupancy. It is the place of
abode; settled dwelling; residence;
housing that someone lives in.
calamity. It is misery resulting from
affliction.
What does it mean to boast?
Boast means to vaunt one's self; to brag;
to say or tell things which are intended to
give others a high opinion of one's self or
of things belonging to one's self; as, to
boast of one's exploits courage, descent,
wealth or power.
What does it mean to be unclean?
Unclean means not clean; foul; dirty;
filthy.
What does hateful mean?
Hateful means manifesting hate or
hatred; malignant; malevolent.
What does derision mean?
Derisions mean an object of derision or
scorn; a laughing-stock; mockery.
What is shyness?
Shyness means wary and distrustful;
disposed to avoid persons or things;
What is a doctrine?
A doctrine is a belief (or system of
beliefs) accepted as authoritative by some
group or school; a teaching or
instruction.
What does “Woe” mean?
Woe is grief; sorrow; misery; heavy
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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. Why is the study of the history of past nation’s (Babylon, people of
Noah, Sodom & Gomorrah) rise and fall so important to understand the
present time?
2. Why has there been no peace for the last 6,000 years on our planet?
3. How do we know we are living in a nation and world of peacebreakers? Give examples.
4. Why is America so angry with Black America? What does she (America)
do to hinder our progress?
5. What is the quickest way that America will hasten her fall?
6. What is meant by the prophet who said, “Woe to the land shadowing
with wings” in the book of Isaiah? Give an example of this being
fulfilled today?
7. How are Nebuchadnezzar, Belshazzar, and Pharaoh signs of the wicked
rulers of the planet?
8. Why does the bible refer to America as Babylon?
9. What is meant that she (America) is the “home for every unclean and
hateful bird?”
10.
The Most Honorable Elijah Muhammad states that evil and filth
are the god and worship of America. Why does he say this and what
examples does he give?
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