“I’ve always thought about unity as a representation of the ummah (Muslim community), the nation, the community and that we are to represent this unity and Allah mentions this in the Qur’ran,” said Sis. The Holy Qur’an is the guidance to unify, she said. Sister Ikhlas Saleem spoke to the issues of sexism, racism and classism that have also impacted the Muslim world but how Islam is the unifying force that can eradicate these societal ills which are reflections of the world. The contents of the Holy Qur’an has stimulated the minds of scholars and those who study the world to find wisdom, knowledge, and understanding and healing, added Imam Muhammad. “This book is a foundation of science, it is a foundation of civilization, it is a foundation of health for in the Qur’an itself it states that there is a healing for everything,” he said. The light of the Qur’an has helped lift Black people out of a state of darkness and elevates them stage by stage to be an example not just for the world of Islam but for the whole of humanity, said Imam Muhammad during opening remarks. Muhammad, panelists included Imam Darnell Karim, a long-time Muslim pioneer, Imam Sultan Rahman Muhammad of Mosque Maryam, Sister Ikhlas Saleem, an Islamic scholar and graduate of Harvard Divinity School and hip-hop artist and activist Brother Ali who participated via Skype. The important and critical need for the Holy Qur’an’s use as a guide and framework for agreement and solutions among Muslims and humanity was one of many topics explored in a plenary session during Saviours’ Day 2015, titled “The Holy Qur’an: The Unifying Force for Peace and Justice.” Moderated by Final Call Editor-in-Chief Richard B. It is known by many majestic names including The Healing, The Guidance, The Light, The Blessing and The Inspiration. Photo: Lens of AnsarĬHICAGO () - The Holy Qur’an, the book of scripture of Muslims is revelation from Allah (God) to Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him) that is a guide for humanity. Not pictured is activist and rap artist Bro. Muhammad participated in a Saviours’ Day plenary on the Holy Qur’an. (L-R): Panelists Sister Ikhlas Saleem, Imam Darnell Karim, Imam Sultan R.

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