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From Niggas to Gods, Part One

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Every young Black male or female should read this book. If it were my choice, I would have this book as part of a school curriculum in every Black high school. The reason is because a lot of young Black males who are hard to reach have a militant attitude and this book is able to spark the minds of those militant youth. I love reading this book and I'm always anxious to recommend it to any fellow brother who's in a gang or in prison, because they really really need this information that's in this book.

From Niggas to Gods (Part 1) does a good job of stating the state of mind of young black men growing up in urban areas (the ghetto, the hood), and for the most part is an on-point analysis of the problems facing young men like me in black society and american society at large. However, the solutions that Akil provides in the book are sometimes superficial, and often vague as to the exact methods to becoming gods instead of niggas. Still, the book is provocative enough in its extremely readable way that I look forward to finding Part 2, which promises to tell how to escape "niggativity" and become gods.

I initially read this book 5 years ago...it changed my life-it changed my entire thought process, I see nothing but beauty in ALL black people, even those of us still lost. I can see clearly now, and this book prompted me to seek further to educate my self and my family. I just re-read it last week, it's like a tentanus shot, it's a bit painful, but necessary to protect you against the rabid dogbite in the ass that this ill structured society is content to give you. I have passed this book on to the most die-hard gangsta brothers and the most die hard corporate brothers then sat back and listened to the conversations and experienced the change. Beautiful. Akil states firmly that he is still a student of these works, his humble yet hardcore approach is just the jumpstart that is needed for our children, mothers, fathers, sons and daughters...if you are a person of color, you should read this book, with an open mind and willing heart. I'm on my second reading of "From Niggas To Gods Part 2" and I'm picking up a third book directed towards me..a black sista. The beautiful thing is, I'm no longer afraid to make a diffrence in my community, I am an activist and an advocate for social change within the black community... with less leaders and more workers (Read "The Mis-Education of the Negro by "Carter G. Woodson") we will put ourselves back together. My 15 year old son is currently reading this book, and I see him smiling and contemplating, he asks pertinent questions and it is THE FIRST BOOK I have ever witnessed him pick up voluntarily...and that, my people, is a future "worker for the cause". This book is a must have for every book shelf...hell put it on your coffee table and just get the conversation started...

First let me say I'm not black. Just one of the whitest Puerto Ricans around. At first I thought Akil's in your face, blunt style of writing was funny and entertaining. Then as I got to reading the book more I found that he had some good points intellectualization instead of memorization. What I didn't like about the book was when he said you don't need college. You can just open up a book and read it and study and you'll understand it. Well this man has obviously never tried to that with a Calculus book. Also I did not like the end where he confirms my suspicions and starts touting the Nation of Islam and praising Elijah Muhammad. He didn't need to do that. He was doing just fine on his own. Still I would recommend this book if you have a thick skin and racist statements don't bother you.

Akil has showed and taught me some things that I didn't know about myself. akil breaks down the "bitch" word, and also the "N"-word as well. He enlightned my soul to the point of self observation of my whole self. I highly recommend these books to the youth,especially the mis-guided!!

Wow! (This Book Left Me Breathless) And Searching For More To Read...So I Ordered Part 2. (Escaping Niggativity And Becoming God). Bro. Akil's Clear And Direct Approach Was Easy To Feel And Understand. His Insight On The Past, Present, And Future Makes The Reader Grasp Every Word As Though His Life Depended On It (And It Do).

Its Clear In His Writings That He Has Deep Studies In Some Of The Ancient Masters That Have Taught (The Mystery System, Mathematics, Science, History, Astronomy, ext)... Although He Uses An Overkill With The Word Nigga...Its Necessary Because That Is How We As Black Youth Talk...He Did Not Write This Book In A Shakespearian Way.

He Wrote It So The Reader That Reads It, Know It Was For Them By One Of Them... As Bro. Akil's Puts It "If No One Will Teach, Love, And Guide Us, Then We Will Teach, Love, And Guide Our Selve --

If My House Was To Burn Down Today...I Will Make Sure That "From Niggas to Gods" Pt. 1 and 2, Be The First Books I Retrieve Upon My Escape...Because It Has Most Definetly Helped Me To Burn Down The Niggativity And Escape Back Into The Likeness Of God.

Sometimes The Truth Hurts....But It's All Good In The End.

Peace. And May The Blessing Of Truth Be Upon You After Reading "From Niggas To God"

From beginning to end of this book,I found myself emotinally connected with the ideas of self-help being expressed by Mr Akil.This author simply and amply offered rhyme and reason for looking at where your feet are planted and where they may need to be.I felt as if he were speaking directly to my soul and I commend his efforts at enlightening a cultural cummunity adjusting their eyes to the dark.Engaging religious and political aspects, Mr Akil not so elequently(the truth is not always elequent) sets the stage for black power and motivation.A wake-up call for the black man and woman.A definate must read for anyone interested in furthering their mental and physical position in life.Reclaiming your crown and glory takes more than one book, but this is a good push in the right direction.Dont take my word for it, please read the book for yourself.

From" Niggas to Gods", was halarious at first, not because it sounded too radical or crazy, but because it was all truth. Akil and I are seeing eye to eye on all this light, and I'm, loving it. The only problem I had while reading was the "nigger" word; I would not say it, instead I'd put in " Moors" because that's who we are. But other than that Akil, these two Volumes look and sound good, as well as opening up one's conscious. I plan to continue to read and spread the truths that are in your books. Good work and Peace be upon you, Akil.

THIS IS 1 OF THE BEST BOOKS I'VE EVER READ AS FAR AS AN INSIGHT ON AMERICA AND IT'S INJUSTICES AS FAR AS THE AFRICAN-AMERICAN COMMUNITY IS CONCERNED. AKIL TAKES YOU THERE AND HAS YOU THINKING OF INCIDENTS THAT SO MANY PEOPLE HAVE IGNORED. PICK THIS BOOK UP TO EDUCATE YOURSELF FURTHER ON HOW FAR WE'VE COME AND HOW FAR WE HAVE TO GO IN SOCIETY. GET THIS OF COURSE AFTER READING "NIGGAS to GODS Vol. I"

This was the first book that I have ever read front to back. I think I'm going to read it again. After I read this I realized how powerful and beautiful black people are. I would recommend that all of our people read this book. Brother Akil speaks the truth and I look forward to buying more of his books.