The Mercy of God and The Value of Women

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The Mercy of God and The Value of Women

As I listened to the powerful lineup of sisters speaking at Mosque Maryam today, I started taking mental notes.  However, just as I usually know if a movie is going to be good within the first 10 minutes, I realized I needed pen and paper as the lecture progressed.  Sister Tairah Muhammad, a student in the ministry class, delivered a powerful message on the “Mercy of God.”   Webster’s Dictionary defines mercy as “compassion or forgiveness shown toward someone whom it is within one’s power to punish or harm.”   The Holy Quran says that a reminder is a blessing.  Not only was Sister Tairah’s message a reminder of God’s mercy, but it was also a reminder of our power to improve.  Her message was both reflective and encouraging—motivating listeners to move beyond our current conditions.  We shouldn’t be “surface dwellers.  We must continue to put our faith into practice.

Sister Tairah drew powerful parallels between today’s society and the time of the Prophet, when moral decline was evident in the culture. She referenced how, historically, some Arabs promoted vulgar poetry and degraded women—conditions that mirror aspects of today’s media landscape, where degrading lyrics, negative images, and the abuse of women can still be found. She also spoke of how tribes once warred against one another, much like modern-day gangs and groups that clash in cycles of violence. Her message reminded the audience that while times change, the moral tests of society often repeat themselves.

However, her lecture was not one of despair—it was one of hope and elevation. She highlighted how The Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan, under the guidance of Elijah Muhammad, has consistently uplifted women and families, teaching principles that have helped shape influential figures such as Malcolm X and Muhammad Ali. She gently challenged listeners with a profound truth: many accept the message but hesitate to acknowledge the messenger who brings it.  We can never thank Allah enough for coming in the Person of Master Fard Muhammad.

A central theme of her talk was the call to go beyond being “surface dwellers.” She urged the audience to truly study, understand, and apply the teachings in daily life. Faith, she reminded us, is not decoration—it is practice. Wisdom must be lived, not merely viewed in amazement.

Her lecture stood as a shining example of the intelligence, grace, and moral clarity of young women rising today. I also have to acknowledge the other sisters who spoke before her, honoring their excellence and contributions. For families raising the next generation, her message carried special weight. Seeing young women speak with knowledge, dignity, and conviction offers a powerful counter-image to the stereotypes often promoted in our society today.

Those who wish to hear the full lecture are encouraged to visit Nation of Islam at NOI.org and view it, especially families with young girls and boys who can benefit from witnessing intelligent, poised young women as role models. In the Nation of Islam, women have a voice. This Sunday was a wonderful example.

Note:  After the lecture, the audience was invited to visit Muhammad University of Islam vending area for food or other items.  This shows visitors an example of “doing for self” and how we can support one another in economic development.

(Virtue Today Magazine is a proud supporter of NOI.org and the upliftment of women and our community.  To watch a Free Replay of the Mothers of Civilization program featuring the National Assistant to The Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan, Student Minister Ishmael Muhammad, Dr. Iman Muhammad Ali, and Chairman Fred Hampton Jr.,  click the link below:  https://youtu.be/aTyDnJLPqvs?si=Jg_EEodB4hKW6mfX)