5 Hidden Black Muslim History Facts!

Last updated on: February 1, 2017 at 12:28 pm by Hakeem Muhammad

5 Hidden Black Muslim History Facts! 2017-02-01T12:28:52-05:00 Hakeem Muhammad

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slaverebellioninbrazil Fact 4: Sahabah Influenced Black Slave Rebellions.

Black Muslims enduring captivity in Brazil commemorated the projected anniversary of the Qur’anic revelation to the Prophet(pbuh) known as the Night of Power, by initiating what historian Reis referred to as “the most effective urban slave rebellion ever to occur on the American continent.” Licutan, an Islamic scholar and the mastermind behind the revolt, would be placed under interrogation after the revolt was finally quelled.

When Licutan would be asked for his name, court documents reveal that he continuously referred to himself as a Bilal. Both the judge and the court prosecutors were infuriated by this action, insisting that they knew his actual name was Licutan, oblivious to the symbolic significance. Licutan was identifying with a leading companion of the Prophet Muhammad(pbuh), Bilal Ibn Rabah(RA)!

Historian Reis states Litcutan’s proclamation of Bilal meant that, “The revolt was still alive in Licutan’s or Bilal’s heart, despite its failure on the battlefield.” Licutan’s rebellion is a powerful example of how enslaved Africans drew upon the life of the sahabah or companions of the Prophet(PBBUH) for strength and power.

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