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It was a special moment for Hakeem, Jawwaad, the second grade class and me yesterday when we prayed for and shared in the memories of your loved one's passing. I am thankful to Allah to have been able to share with the students their thoughts, fears, laughter, smiles and questions about being Muslim and dying. Ma-sha-Allah......He passed in Ramadan..Allah-u-Akbar!
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ASA Greetings family My prayers are with you all. Brother Siddeeq I know you from NYC from the ole days. I have always appreciated and admired you for your effort at the school there. It saddens and it hurts to hear just what your daughter Our Imams wife is going through. Those people who are doing this thing to her just sick with jealousy and a little bit crazy, no maybe a lot. Something I got from the Qur'an that fits right now. H.Q. 7:199 "Show forgiveness, speak for justice and avoid those who choose to remain ignorant." It speaks for itself.

Brother Siddeeq I am with you and your family. Peace Brother Mulzim R. Fidai for old times sake, just a reminder Bro. Arnold (9x)(smile)

Ramadan Mubarak Sister Khadijah!

I met you in Charleston about a year after you and the Imam were married. We sat next to one another and spoke lightly. You had a peaceful presents and gave off a calming energy. The Imam was addressing a majority non-Muslim community who was trying to reclaim their neighborhoods and keep their youth involved. During his speech; he looked in your direction several times. It appeared as if he appreciated your admiration and looked to you for an unspoken inspiration as he continued to speak. He acknowledged your presents and looked at you as if it were an honor and privilege to have you…as I know it was. :)

The Imam was more youthful than I had seen him in quite a while. He walked the stage and even walked around the auditorium hugging and kissing the small children that were there. He greeted as many believers as he could and then left the building. I remember smiling as he opened your door to the car and closed it after you got in. He then proceeded to the driver’s side and told everyone that you guys were going to see some of the city Insha’Allah. I did not even know he still drove. He even joked about trying to safely get you where you needed to be. You all left as you came…as Man and Wife. As you stated neither of you were confused about that.

My prayers are for the comforting and understanding of you and your family during this time, as you are suffering the loss of your husband and brother. It is very sad, disturbing, and unfortunate that your grieving has been interrupted by Shirley and others in the Imam’s family; who are suppose to be family that you inherited once you were married. No wife should be denied the proper grieving process after the loss of her husband. May Allah have mercy on them for their actions.

I pray that especially during this month, everyone stays focused on the fast and possible blessings awaiting them. May Allah guide your decisions, soften the hearts of those with ill intentions against you and your family, and provide a peaceful solution to the situation that was created by no doing of your own.

Lastly, we are instructed to read 1/30th of the Quran daily. Surah Al-Nisa (4:11-13) early on in our readings; speaks of provisions and distribution of the estate as it relates to the wife, parents, children, orphans, and siblings of the believer that passes. As many have noted, it makes no reference to any matters that concern ex-wives (as made mention of by the Imam himself). If all intentions are right and just, then they should be approached from Allah’s guidance and the example and teachings of Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him). Those who ignore your role as his one and only wife and seek to make waves and create controversy; should re-examine their positions and pray to Allah for mercy and forgiveness in seeking to obtain rights that are not theirs to be had.

My continued support of the Imams and yours,

Natasha Shareef-Givens

With Allah’s Name, The Merciful Benefactor, The Merciful Redeemer
Ramadan Mubarak
Allah(SWT) says in His Quran:
“O ye who believe! stand out firmly for justice as witnesses to Allah even as against yourselves or your parents or your kin and whether it be (against) rich or poor: for Allah can best protect both. Follow not the lusts (of your hearts) lest ye swerve and if ye distort (justice) or decline to do justice verily Allah is well-acquainted with all that ye do”. (4:136)

For the past four years, we have all acknowledge and recognized Sis Kadijah Siddeeq Mohammad as the wife of our beloved leader Imam W. D. Mohammad moreover she continues to deserve that same recognition and respect after the passing of Imam Mohammad. She is entitled to the full recognition and all rights associated with that honored position of the wife of our late Leader publically and within our community.
After I was unable to reach Sis Khadijah not long after the passing of Imam Mohammad. I expressed condolences and my support for her and her family on the voice mail of Imam Siddeeq.
Finally May Allah(SWT) forgive Imam Mohammad his sins and accept him among those in the highest ranks in Jennah and May He forgive us our sins and guide us to the healing that comes from Him.

Imam Dr Mikal Ramadan
Masjid Al-Taqwa
Chicago, Illinois