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Elijah Muhammad (born Elijah Robert Poole; October 7, 1897 – February 25, 1975) was an American religious leader, black separatist, and self-proclaimed Messenger of Allah who led the Nation of Islam (NOI) from 1933 until his death in 1975.
Elijah Muhammad (born Oct. 7, 1897, Sandersville, Ga., U.S.—died Feb. 25, 1975, Chicago) was the leader of the black separatist religious movement known as the Nation of Islam (sometimes called Black Muslims) in the United States.
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Learn about the life and legacy of Elijah Muhammad, the leader of the Nation of Islam who taught the Black man and woman their true identity and history. Read how he accepted Islam, faced persecution, established businesses, schools and publications, and prepared for the resurrection.
Apr 2, 2014 · Elijah Muhammad rose from poverty to become the charismatic leader of the black nationalist group Nation of Islam, and mentor of Malcolm X and Louis Farrakhan.
Jun 27, 2018 · Learn about Elijah Muhammad, the leader of the Nation of Islam who mixed black nationalism with Islamic teachings. Find out how he changed his name, challenged white America, and influenced Malcolm X and the Black Power movement.
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Jun 22, 2022 · The Honorable Minister Elijah Muhammad (1897-1975) can be seen as one of the most influential men of the 20th century. Using the Nation of Islam’s religious and moral teachings, he has helped...
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Apr 1, 2021 · Learn about Elijah Muhammad, the leader of the Nation of Islam who taught Black Islam and racial supremacy. Find records of his FBI surveillance, draft evasion, and radio interview at the National Archives.
