Moorish Science Temple and How it functions- Cozmo El

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What truly happens inside the Moorish Science Temple of America? In this illuminating conversation, Brother Cosmo L pulls back the curtain on the inner workings of this distinctive religious-cultural institution founded by Noble Drew Ali.

The Temple's primary mission—"uplifting fallen humanity"—takes on rich, layered meaning as Brother Cosmo explains how this applies not just to women (as commonly understood) but to all Moorish people who lost their place "out of the fold of the family of nations" by accepting labels like Negro, black, and colored. This restoration of true identity and nationality forms the foundation of the Temple's work.

Brother Cosmo demystifies the Temple's governance structure, explaining how the Divine Constitution and Bylaws empower Grand Sheiks to "make law and enforce law" while maintaining accountability through a system of checks and balances. The concept of "conjunctive law" emerges as a crucial mechanism ensuring that all temple activities remain faithful to the Prophet's original teachings—every new law or custom must trace back to foundational texts like the Circle 7 Koran.

Particularly fascinating is the Temple's unique legal status as both a religious society governed by divine law and a "juristic entity" or body politic that interfaces with broader society. This distinctive arrangement, established through incorporation under Hurd Statute 32-36, provides Temple members protections that ordinary religious organizations cannot offer. As Brother Cosmo illustrates with the COVID-19 example, this status allowed members exemption from various civic mandates.

For those considering joining, Brother Cosmo offers practical wisdom: research temples carefully, look for environments where love is evident and questions are welcomed, and remember that while approximately 100 temples exist across America under four main grand bodies, what matters most is not which temple is "original" but whether it produces "good works" that benefit its members.

Ready to deepen your understanding of this profound spiritual tradition and how it navigates the complexities of modern society? This conversation offers an essential foundation for anyone interested in Moorish Science, cultural identity,

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