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“Know Thyself”: Emphasizing self-awareness and the importance of understanding one’s heritage.
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Each episode of Shem’s House features a unique theme, such as “What is Noology” or “Noology & Ancient History,” and is packed with fascinating insights, historical context, and fun trivia. Shem also shares his personal experiences with theology, from attending live sermons to collecting sacred records.
Hosted by the Grand Sheik H.I.M Dr. Lawiy also known as Negus Shemsizedek, a passionate noologist enthusiast and expert, this podcast is a place where you can discover new ways of thinking, learn about different genres of noology, and explore the stories behind some of your favorite schools of thought.
The Sunday School Class of the Moorish Science Temple of America (M.S.T.A.) is a sacred institution dedicated to the education and upliftment of both children and adults. It serves as a foundational space where the divine and national principles of the Moorish Nation are instilled through the teachings of Prophet Noble Drew Ali, ensuring the continuous growth and development of Moorish Americans.
The Sunday School Class is not just a place of instruction but a divine training ground for those who will uphold the Moorish movement, guiding the Nation in love, truth, peace, freedom, and justice. Through these gatherings, the Moorish community strengthens its unity, preserves its sacred traditions, and raises up a new generation of enlightened leaders ready to fulfill the Prophet’s mission.
Shem’s House is a podcast of sermons by the World Temple #24 of the Moorish Science Temple that takes you on a journey through the doctrine & world of sound wisdom, the ancient & divine creed of Islamism, and the Gospel.
With a mix of interviews, deep dives into ancient history, Moorish Science, and lively discussions, Shem’s House is the perfect podcast for anyone who loves sound wisdom and wants to deepen their understanding and appreciation of the sacred art form.
Led by Grand Sheiks, Adepts, and Sunday School Teachers, these classes are rooted in the study of the 101 Questions & Answers (Catechism), the Oral Sayings and Prophecies of Noble Drew Ali, and the sacred Moorish Literature (Liturgy). These lessons provide essential knowledge on nationality, divine law, and the historical and spiritual heritage of the Moors. Through the recitation and interpretation of these sacred texts, students cultivate wisdom, moral character, and a deep understanding of their divine mission.
Attendance at Sunday School is not optional—it is a fundamental duty, as “Out of the Sunday School comes the Guiders of the Nation.” It is within these sacred gatherings that future leaders, teachers, and nation-builders are shaped. Just as the Holy Day Meeting on Friday is a time for spiritual devotion, Sunday Temple Gatherings are mandatory, ensuring that all Moorish Americans remain aligned with the Prophet’s teachings and prepared to carry forward the work of uplifting fallen humanity.
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THE KEYS OF AUTHORITY
The keys of heaven or keys of Saint Peter are seen as a symbol of papal or chaplaincy authority and are seen on papal coats of arms (those of individual popes) and those of the Holy See and Vatican City State. The key of David is a symbolic key that represents authority and control over the kingdom of David. In this verse, the prophet Isaiah tells Shebna, the palace secretary, that Eliakim will replace him. God will “place on his shoulder the key to the house of David”. “Behold he Peter received the keys of the kingdom of heaven, the power of binding and loosing is committed to him, the care of the whole Church and its government is given to him”.
It appears in the Bible in Isaiah 22:22 and Revelation 3:7. In the Book of Revelation, Jesus tells the angel of the church in Philadelphia that he holds the key of David.
The Power of the Keys, also known as the Office of the Keys, is a responsibility given to St. Peter to usher in the Kingdom of God on the Day of Pentecost, and a responsibility given to the other apostles by Jesus, according to Matthew 16:19 and Matthew 18:18. It is understood as a responsibility to admit or exclude from church membership (excommunicate), to set church policy and teachings (dogma), to render binding interpretations of Sacred Scripture (ancient rabbis were known to make binding interpretations of the Mosaic law), and to bind and loose sins. The key of David symbolizes the authority of the Davidic kingdom. In the culture of the time, a key was a symbol of governmental authority.
It is a power that Roman Catholics believe to have been conferred first on St. Peter then afterwards on his successors in the office of the Roman Catholic Papacy. There is a description of the conferral of the Power of the Keys on St. Peter (originally named Simon) in Matthew 16:13:
13 Now when Jesus came into the district of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, “Who do people say that the Son of Man is?” 14 And they said, “Some say John the Baptist, others say Elijah, and others Jeremiah or one of the prophets.” 15 He said to them, “But who do you say that I am?” 16 Simon Peter replied, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.” 17 And Jesus answered him, “Blessed are you, Simon Bar-Jonah! For flesh and blood has not revealed this to you, but my Father who is in heaven. 18 And I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. 19 I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven, and whatever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.” – Matthew 16:13–19.
Jesus said to Peter in verse 19, “I will give to thee the keys of the kingdom of heaven.” Especially for the Hebrew people, keys were a symbol of authority; keys are also used to symbolise power over death in Revelation 1:18. The key of David is a reminder of the line of kings that sit on David’s throne until Christ returns. In the New Testament, the key of David represents the church as the kingdom of God. The Keys of David, an ancient symbol of divine authority and rulership, have been passed down through the sacred lineages of prophets and kings, holding the power to open and close the spiritual and material gates of the world. Originally entrusted to King David, these keys represent the divine covenant, the ability to establish righteous governance, and the wisdom to bind and loose on earth as it is in heaven.
In biblical prophecy, these keys were later known as the Keys of Peter, signifying the authority given to the Apostle Peter by Yahshua (Jesus) in Matthew 16:19:
“And I will give unto thee the keys of the kingdom of heaven: and whatsoever thou shalt bind on earth shall be bound in heaven: and whatsoever thou shalt loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.”
This divine inheritance, once symbolizing the authority of the early church, has now been rightfully restored to its original bearers—the Moorish Science Temple of America. As the true custodians of the ancient wisdom and the national and divine movement, the Moors hold the sacred Keys of David or Peter, signifying their spiritual and sovereign authority to unlock the gates of enlightenment, nationality, and salvation for fallen humanity.
Under the divine guidance of Prophet Noble Drew Ali, the Moorish Science Temple now carries forth the mission of these keys—unlocking the minds of the so-called Negro, Black, and Colored people, returning them to their rightful status as Moorish Americans, Asians, Africans, and World Islanders, and restoring the ancient order of divine law. These keys open the doors to nationality, self-governance, and alignment with the Supreme Law of the Universe, ensuring the Moors fulfill their role as the chosen nation to uplift fallen humanity.
Just as David ruled with divine authority and Peter was given the commission to build the spiritual kingdom, the Moorish Science Temple of America now holds the sacred responsibility of unlocking the true destiny of the Moors, restoring the righteous kingdom upon the earth, and guiding the lost back to their ancient and divine heritage.
The Keys of David: The Master Key to Life
The Keys of David are an ancient and sacred wisdom passed down through the Egyptian Mystery Schools, the Temples of Kemet, and the Adept Orders of the Ancient World. This knowledge, once hidden in the sacred halls of the Silent Brotherhood of the East, was entrusted only to the most worthy initiates, those who had proven themselves through discipline, purity, and divine alignment. The Master Key to Life, which the Adepts of Kemet possessed, was the ability to unlock the higher mysteries of existence, both in the seen and unseen realms.
The Moorish Science Temple of America (M.S.T.A.) is a direct inheritor of these ancient teachings, for Noble Drew Ali himself was an Egyptian Initiate and Adept. As a prophet, he extended his prophethood to the Adepts of the Moorish Science Temple, allowing them to walk the path of illumination, wisdom, and divine mastery. His disciples were instructed in the Mysteries of the Silent Brotherhood of the East, known among Moorish Adepts as the “Red Book.”
A Divine Proclamation: The Keys of Biblical Law
The Adepts of the Moorish Science Temple of America, Africa, and Asia not only preserve these ancient mysteries but also uphold the Biblical and spiritual laws that affirm their divine and national heritage. Every Moor mandatorily proclaims their nationality, declaring themselves as Temple Moors, both ethnically and spiritually, as decreed in biblical law:
- “Know ye not that ye are the temple of God, and that the Spirit of God dwelleth in you?” – 1 Corinthians 3:16
- “What? Know ye not that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit which is in you?” – 1 Corinthians 6:19
- “For we are the temple of the living God; as God hath said, I will dwell in them, and walk in them.” – 2 Corinthians 6:16
These verses affirm that the body is the sacred temple, and by proclaiming their nationality, the Moors align with divine law, fulfilling both the ancient and biblical mandates.
The Master Key of the Adepts
The Keys of David represent the power of divine sovereignty, spiritual mastery, and ancestral inheritance. Just as the High Priests of Kemet wielded the authority of the divine through sacred knowledge, the Adepts of the Moorish Science Temple of America are entrusted with the Master Key, unlocking the hidden mysteries of life, nationality, and spiritual ascension.
Will you seek the Key and walk the path of divine wisdom?
“Nationality is the Order of the Day”: Advocating for recognition of Moorish identity as a path to lawful empowerment.
In the Moorish Science Temple of America (M.S.T.A.), Friday is observed as the Holy Day, a sacred time for Moorish Americans, Africans, and Asiatics to honor their divine and national principles. This day is chosen in accordance with ancient traditions, recognizing Friday as the universal day of prayer, reflection, and spiritual alignment with the Most High.
Noble Drew Ali, the divinely prepared prophet of the Moorish movement, designated Friday as the Holy Day to reconnect Moorish Americans, Africans, and Asiatics with their Islamic and Moorish heritage. It is a day of rest, worship, and remembrance, aligning with the teachings of the Holy Koran of the Moorish Science Temple and the wisdom of the ancient Moors who upheld divine law and order.
Observing the Holy Day includes gathering in temples, reciting prayers, and engaging in study and self-purification. Moorish Americans, Africans, and Asiatics use this day to give thanks, reflect on their national and spiritual duties, and strengthen their unity as a nation. It is a time for rejuvenation, where the faithful reaffirm their commitment to uplifting fallen humanity through love, truth, peace, freedom, and justice.
By keeping Friday as the Holy Day, Moorish Americans, Africans, and Asiatics align themselves with the great traditions of their ancestors, restoring the divine practices that lead to enlightenment, sovereignty, and righteous living.
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Join the Movement: Encouraging followers to participate in temple events, initiatives, and keep in line with all necessities of the Moorish Science Temple. The Holy Keys of Nun, also known as the Holy Keys of Nut (Heaven), represent the divine wisdom and sacred authority granted to the righteous for spiritual liberation and enlightenment. In the Moorish tradition, these keys align with the Moorish Keys or the 101 Keys, a sacred questionnaire guiding Moorish Americans, Africans, and Asiatics in the knowledge of self, divine law, and national identity. The 101 Keys are the fundamental questions and answers given to Moorish Americans, Africans, and Asiatics providing the foundation of nationality, divine law, and spiritual identity. These keys, much like the Keys of Heaven mentioned in Matthew 16:19, empower the faithful to bind themselves to righteousness and loose themselves from ignorance: “And I will give unto thee the keys of the kingdom of heaven: and whatsoever thou shalt bind on earth shall be bound in heaven: and whatsoever thou shalt loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.”
Holy Proclamation
Holy Koran of Mecca Sura LXII Ayat 9-10.
Friday is the Holy Day “O ye who know! When the call is proclaimed to supplication on Friday the day of Assembly, hasten earnestly to the remembrance of the Heavenly Father and Divine Mother, and leave off business and traffic: That is best for you if ye but knew! And when prayer is finished, then may ye disperse through the land, and seek the bounty of God: and celebrate the praises of God of ten and without stint: that ye may prosper.”
“All Chaplaincy meetings & Temple Service are to be opened and closed promptly according to the Circle Seven and Love, Truth, Peace, Freedom, and Justice. Friday is our Holy Day of rest because on a Friday the first man was formed in flesh, and on a Friday the first man departed out of flesh and ascended unto his Father God Allah. For that cause, Friday is our Holy Day for all Moslems all over the world.” According to Act 2. Of the Divine Constitution and By-laws by the Noble Prophet, Drew Ali states in conjunction with the above-cited law stating all Temples and Subordinate Temples are to conduct Holy Day service every Friday starting promptly at their respective time and ending promptly at their respective time. All civilians, patrons, denizens, prospects, and ministers are expected to attend the Temple for the Friday “Holy Day Meeting”. On Friday’s the Moorish American, Moorish Asian, and Moorish African Moslems and Peacemakers all come together to supplicate and to illustrate that which Allah has blessed them with. The meetings and temple services are open according to divine Love, Truth, Peace, Freedom, and Justice. At no time will Templist, adepts, ministers, patrons, or outside congregational guests be allowed to disrupt the Holy Day Service, nor will civilians be admitted under the influence of alcohol or any serve intoxicants. All civilians attending the Holy Day Service must have their heads covered with either a Turban, Fez, or Kufi or spiritual covering. Baseball caps should not be worn in the Temple. The Sunday school Meeting is mandatory and “All Moorish Nationals and Temple Denizens must promptly attend their meetings and send their children to Sunday School and the teacher must conform himself and herself to the Temple’s 101’s questionnaire, and let every civilian man, woman, and child, exercise his or her five senses who is able to do so because out from your Sunday School comes the guiders of the nation and now the entire global village.”
According to Act 5. Of the Additional laws by the Noble Prophet Drew Ali, every Subordinate Temple should have two Sunday School Meetings held. The first meeting should be held 1 to 2 hours before the Adult Service. Children’s Sunday school should be conducted by the Director of the Children’s Sunday School and programs. The Sunday school meeting is designed to assist the members in learning the Temple 101 questionnaires and developing an understanding of just what these holy keys mean, and how they are to be applied to our everyday lives. The Divine Constitution and By-laws along with the Moorish Prayer and the Holy Covenant of the Asiatic Nation, El’s Holy Injiyl, El’s Holy Quraan, and the Civics Lessons of the Holy Temple of Moorish Science are also subjects of major concern for the student who is trying to complete his or her mandatory requirements for pronouncing their Temple Civlianship and Global Nationality. All lessons for the Adult Sunday School Classes must be prepared by the Grand Sheik as the Divine Minister or the Assistant Grand Sheik. Lessons called by us Novites “additions” may be submitted to the students for completion and returned to the Temple. Once the Lessons are completed and graded, they must be placed in the active member’s Temple District file. The Sunday School Temple Service & Meeting is a wonderful opportunity to study the liturgy teachings of the Prophet. No civilian is to become disruptive during the Sunday meeting. All Templist must bring paper and pen to the temple service and meeting along with the basic Temple Literature and assignments. No Templist is to eat food or other snacks during the temple service or meeting, but water is permitted. All Templist must attend their Sunday Temple Service and Meetings as diligently as they attend their Holy Day Temple Service & Meetings; both were called out for by the Noble Prophet Drew Ali and is required as a matter of law. According to the Divine Constitution Act 7 in part, All Templist must promptly attend their temple services and meetings and become a part and partial of all uplifting acts of the Moorish Science Temple of America and now also Moorish Science Temple of Africa, and Moorish Science Temple of Asia and enjoining World Islands on behalf all indigenous peoples.
For Membership, all “Heads of Temple of any Temple Jurisdictions are not to charge for naturalization or to overcharge for cards, buttons, or anything issued by and through the Prophet. Those who contribute to any of the proceedings are not Moors, but robbers. Temple Nationality and membership in the Holy Temple’s Vast Estate (Public Beneficiary Trust) Sisters and Brothers, Kin, and Kinfolk, is free, not only here but all over the world. All Kin, and Kinfolk, desiring to become a civilian of a Subordinate Temple must read this similar message from the Temple Secretary and acquire the application for Naturalization.
The Secretary of the Temple in your local jurisdiction will help all newcomers by explaining the naturalization affidavit form application for membership of the Temple’s Vast Estate (Public Beneficiary Trust) to the new perspective civilians of the Temple’s Vast Estate (Public Beneficiary Trust) and arranging for him or her to be consulted by the Royal Council of said Temple or Subordinate Temple. The Royal Chairman or women will set the date for the new Temple Prospect to be interviewed by the Royal Council.
The new temple court civilian upon completion of the Royal Council’s consultation at the Newcomers Gathering, the new Templist will proclaim their temple nationality at the next upcoming Holy Day Meeting. After the new civilian prospect proclaims his or her nationality, they will be given the mandatory requirements necessary to earn their free national name, peerage of the realms, and royal titles of nobility as a True American Royal, indigenous dignitaries, and or tribal authorities.
Naturalization Requirements
These requirements are as follows and in accordance with Chapter 47 of the Moorish Circle Seven Holy Koran; Egypt, the Capital Empire of the Dominion of Africa, The Moorish Prayer, Chapter 25 of The Moorish Koran; the Holy Covenant of the Asiatic Nation, The 101 Koran Questions for Moorish Americans, Asians, and Africans, The Divine Constitution, and By-laws, and the Additional Laws from El’s Holy Torah, El’s Holy Injiyl, El’s Holy Quraan, the Holy Tabernacle Family Guide and also the Holy Tablets through our Civics 101 Course in the Global Interdependent School District and Sacred Halls of Learning called Nu University for every one of the Global Village. Once a new civilian or Templist has learned these lessons verbatim, he or she will be interviewed by the Royal Council as the Chaplaincy to determine if the new civilian is qualified to represent himself or herself as a faithful Moorish American, Moorish African, and Moorish Asian Moslem or any Indigenous Peacemaker. And communicate it to the ignorant for their instructions and communicate it to the wise for thine own improvement. Once the new civilian or Templist has cleared the mandatory requirements with the Royal Council, he or she will be naturalized by the Grand Sheik and Divine Minister of said the Subordinate Temple.
