An Introduction to Elijah Muhammad Studies: The New Educational Paradigm

by Abul Pitre Fayetteville State Univer

Overview

First published in 2009, this ground-breaking work introduced a new field in Africana studies and laid the groundwork for positioning the teachings of Elijah Muhammad in academia. Today, this work remains a rare opportunity for scholars and lay persons to a preview the teachings of Elijah Muhammad and its multifaceted, interdisciplinary scope. This book has the potential to change the philosophical and practical methods of education. In this revised edition, new terminology for Elijah Muhammad Studies is coined Elijahmatology. It additionally includes updated references and expanded discussion about the impact of Elijah Muhammad’s teachings in the 21st century. The book lays a foundation for situating the teachings of Elijah Muhammad in academia, identifying Africana Studies as the discipline from which it could develop into a field of study.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780761847809
Publisher:	University Press of America
Publication date:	11/12/2009
Series:	Elijah Muhammad Studies: Interdisciplinary, Educational, and Islamic Studies Ser
Pages:	112
Product dimensions:	5.90(w) x 8.70(h) x 0.50(d)

About the Author

Abul Pitre is department chair and professor of Africana Studies at San Francisco State University. He was appointed Edinboro University’s first named professor for his outstanding work in African-American education and held the distinguished title of the Carter G. Woodson Professor of Education.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Series Forward
Chapter 2 Preface
Chapter 3 Acknowledgments
Chapter 4 Introduction
Chapter 5 Chapter 1: Goals, Challenges, and Misconceptions
Chapter 6 Chapter 2: The Knowledge of God
Chapter 7 Chapter 3: The Knowledge of Self
Chapter 8 Chapter 4: Interdisciplinary Scope
Chapter 9 Postscript