Influential Black Muslims
This famous African American boxer, known as “The Greatest,” converted to Islam in 1964.
Who is Muhammad Ali?
This African empire, once the wealthiest in the world, was ruled by the Muslim emperor Mansa Musa.
What is the Mali Empire?
This man, born Cassius Clay, became an advocate for racial justice and religious freedom after his conversion to Islam
Who is Muhammad Ali?
This holiday, celebrated by Muslims around the world, marks the end of the fasting month of Ramadan.
What is Eid al-Fitr?
This Black companion of the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) was known for his role as the first muezzin (caller to prayer) in Islam, calling the adhan.
Who is Bilal ibn Rabah?
This civil rights leader and human rights activist was a member of the Nation of Islam before making a pilgrimage to Mecca.
Who is Malcolm X?
This country, located in the Horn of Africa, has been a predominantly Muslim nation for centuries.
What is Somalia?
This influential African American Muslim leader from the 1960s was a major figure in the Nation of Islam and later rejected its teachings after a pilgrimage to Mecca.
Who is Malcolm X?
This is the pilgrimage to Mecca, which Muslims are required to make once in their lifetime if they are able to do so.
What is Hajj?
This Black companion was one of the early converts to Islam and served as one of the closest advisors to the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh).
Who is Sumayyah bint Khayyat? (The first martyr in Islam)
This popular Muslim scholar and social activist advocated for education and empowerment, especially for Black Muslims.
Who is Imam W. Deen Mohammed?
This Muslim-majority African nation is home to one of the oldest universities in the world, the University of Al Quaraouiyine.
What is Morocco?
This former Nation of Islam leader and civil rights activist became a key figure in the fight against segregation and racial discrimination.
Who is Louis Farrakhan?
This is the name of the Muslim religious practice of fasting from dawn until sunset during the month of Ramadan.
What is Sawm?
This African man was one of the early followers of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) and was part of the first migration to Ethiopia to escape persecution in Mecca.
Who is Uthman ibn Affan? (Note: Uthman was of the Quraysh, but his close connections to Black Muslim communities in Ethiopia make him significant.)
This former Black Panther and author embraced Islam and later became an influential Muslim leader.
Who is Eldridge Cleaver?
This African kingdom was one of the first to embrace Islam in the 7th century, influencing many parts of West Africa.
What is the Ghana Empire?
This Black Muslim leader was known for his speeches advocating for social justice and empowerment of African Americans.
Who is Imam Siraj Wahhaj?
This African American Muslim scholar and activist played a significant role in promoting social justice and advocating for the rights of African Americans within the Islamic community.
Who is Imam Muhammad al-Asi?
This noble Black companion of the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) was known for his bravery in battles like Uhud and Badr and played a significant role in early Islamic history.
Who is Zayd ibn Harithah?
This prominent African American Muslim minister was a key figure in the spread of Islam in the U.S. during the 20th century.
Who is Elijah Muhammad?
his African region is known as the birthplace of the famous Islamic scholar Ibn Battuta, who traveled extensively across the Muslim world.
What is North Africa?
This organization was founded by African Americans in the 1930s and helped bring the teachings of Islam to Black communities in the U.S.
What is the Nation of Islam?
This organization, founded in the 1990s, works to empower young Black Muslims in the U.S. through community-building activities and educational programs.
What is the Muslim American Society (MAS)?
This Black woman was one of the early converts to Islam and a trusted companion of the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh), known for her perseverance and role in early Islamic society.
Who is Fatimah bint Qays?