Members of the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Texas District 11 and F.O.I. of Mosque No. 48 in Dallas, Texas on Jan. 12. Photos: Tariq Muhammad

by Tariq Muhammad

DALLAS—Members of the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Texas District 11 recently visited Muhammad Mosque No. 48 in Dallas to attend a message delivered by Student Minister Shaheed Muhammad titled “Every Nation Has a Term.”

Student Minister Shaheed Muhammad of Mosque No. 48 delivers a message titled, “Every Nation Has a Term,” on Jan. 12. Members of a Masonic lodge were also in attendance. Members of the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Texas District 11 and F.O.I. of Mosque No. 48 in Dallas, Texas on Jan. 12. Photos: Tariq Muhammad

The event, which took place on Jan. 12, marked a moment of unity and dialogue between two groups rooted in rich traditions of service, community, and faith. The visiting delegation from District 11 is comprised of 17 Masonic lodges in the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) area.

The message delivered by Student Min. Shaheed Muhammad was based on the Teachings of  the Most Honorable Elijah Muhammad as taught by the Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan.

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His message emphasized themes of spiritual awakening, moral discipline, and the inevitable cycles of nations throughout history. Student Min. Shaheed Muhammad framed his message within the broader context of global events and human responsibility and he urged those in attendance to reflect on their roles in shaping a better future.

The Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Texas District 11 members, clad in their signature attire, sat attentively during the presentation. 

After the lecture, a reception allowed attendees to engage in informal discussions. Members of the mosque community and the visiting Masons exchanged ideas, asked questions, and found common ground in their mutual dedication to uplifting their respective communities.

Student Min. Shaheed Muhammad expressed gratitude for the Masons’ attendance, emphasizing the significance of building bridges between communities.

“Thank you to Student Minister Shaheed Muhammad for extending the invitation to the service. There is an importance for such a time as this for the people of God to be united in faith, purpose, and love,” said Terrance Sauls of the 11th Masonic District of the Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge of Texas.