About Masjid Abdul Muhsi Khalifah

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Masjid Abdul Muhsi Khalifah is not only our beloved Masjid, but it is also a landmark building steeped in rich history.  From the 1920’s through the 1940’s, it was home to the Sonia Ballroom, frequented by such jazz luminaries as Duke Ellington, Andy Kirk, and Max Roach, among others.  In the 1960’s it was purchased by El Hajj Malik Shabazz (Malcolm X) and established as Temple #7C under the Nation of Islam. In 1975, it transitioned to Al Islam proper and flourished under the leadership and teachings of the late Imam W. Deen Mohammed.
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Under its resident Imam, Imam Adib Rashid, the community of "Masjid Khalifah' as it is known continues to be an integral part of the village of Bed-stuy.

Imam W.D. Mohammed. America's Imam; 1933-2008

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Imam Warith. Deen Mohammed was unanimously elected as leader of his community after the passing of his father in 1975, the Honorable Elijah Muhammad, founder, leader and builder of the Nation of Islam.  Imam Mohammed is also an author, businessman and Founder and President of The Mosque Cares/WDM Ministry.

Imam Mohammed vision of “New Africa” / “The New African Village” in urban centers throughout the United States and the Caribbean is a concept that will be instrumental in strengthening the business and cultural life in African-American communities.

There are many more accolades, achievements and accomplishments made by Imam W. Deen Mohammed that dignify the African-American Muslims as well as all Muslims in North America.  His honorary doctorates and mayoral and gubernatorial proclamations give testament to his recognized voice and the benefit of his leadership to Muslims and non-Muslims alike.  His involvement as an international president of the World Conference of Religions for Peace (WCRP) and a leading member of the Peace Council, the World Supreme Council of Mosques, and the U.S. Presidential Religious Advisory Council is because of the value of his work and leadership in America.

A Champion of Intellectual Freedom

Imam Mohammed is a champion of intellectual freedom and independent thinking. He desired for the human being to have peace in the soul and peace in the community. Imam Mohammed’s life works resonate and reflect the ideals of peace, universal human acceptance, establishing interfaith relationships and a cherished appreciation for America and her guarantee of Freedom, Justice and Equality. The dignity and world recognition Imam Mohammed has generated has earned him the distinction as "America's Imam".

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