Articles for tag: Malcolm, Malcolm X, Nation of Islam

Malcolm X: A Radical Renegade or a Visionary?

Malcolm X, born Malcolm Little, is perhaps one of the most renowned and influential political figures in United States history. Malcolm X’s viewpoints were at times divisive and controversial, but he also incited passion in both his supporters and opponents. His goal, much like the goal of Reverend Martin Luther King Jr., was to transform ...

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Sister Betty X Shabazz

Betty X (born Betty Jean Sanders) lived from May 28, 1936 to June 23, 1997. The widow of civil rights leader Malcolm X, she died three weeks after being severely burned in a fire allegedly set by her 12-year-old grandson. Shabazz’s funeral service was held at the Islamic Cultural Center in New York City. Betty ...

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The Muslim Bean Pie: Some History and the Best Recipe

This bean pie is traditionally made from cooked and processed (in a blender) navy beans. My family has roots with the Nation of Islam and that group was well known for their bean pies. To some people, they are known as the ‘Muslim’ bean pie. (Disclaimer: People who follow the ideology of the Nation of ...

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Most Famous Men for Black History Month

Black history Month is the one month of the year that we remember all of our historical figures that help shape our history and our country. The following famous men in this article not only teach us their struggles in their lives, but they teach us the importance of standing up for what we believe ...

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Analyzing the Movie, Malcolm X by Spike Lee

This Spike Lee film is one of the most dynamic dramatic biographies of the great national leader Malcolm X. Denzel Washington does an excellent job of portraying the inspirational Muslim figure. This movie goes through the life and death of Malcolm X and the trials and triumphs he encountered during his life. The movie starts ...

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Malcolm X: A Film Review

Malcolm X. DVD. Directed Spike Lee. 1992; Universal City, CA: Warner Home Video, 1992. Directed by Spike Lee, Malcolm X does an exceptional job of creating the realism that surrounded his life. From the pain to the joy, everything is there. The film begins with a title sequence featuring an American flag in a blaze ...