Economic Resurrection
by
Halim Quddus
Copyright 2015 Halim Quddus,
All rights reserved.
Quddus Publishing
P.O. Box 3770
Newark , N.J. 07103
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ISBN-13: 978-1-4566-2529-0
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What People Are Saying About
ECONOMIC RESURRECTION
"As a student of Imam WD. Mohammed, Halim Quddus picks up from the last page of Imam Mohammed's book, Islam's Climate For Business Success. Economic Resurrection is a must read for both the beginning and seasoned entrepreneur. The message in this book will show you how to survive the tough times, so you can get to the good times. "
Ayesha K. Mustafaa,
Editor, Muslim Journal Newspaper
"Economic Resurrection is informative, inspiring and uplifting. Halim Quddus delivers profound concepts and principles that will help you to balance your material and spiritual life. "
Imam Abdul Kareem Muhammad,
Masjid Al-Haqq, Newark, N.J.
"Everyone has an opinion. I trust the opinion of the person who has shown integrity, sound judgment, experience and achievement. When it comes to business, I trust the opinion of Halim Quddus. "
Attorney Raouf Abdullah,
Washington, D.C.
"Without a doubt, the message which you have so beautifully woven into Economic Resurrection is truly inspirational. This book provides a roadmap for achieving success and fulfilling your dreams. Thank you for sharing your story, I know it will inspire other to achieve their dreams. "
Hon . Cleopatra G . Tucker,
New Jersey State Assemblywoman
"Economic Resurrection is the blueprint for discovering the secrets to unlocking your wealth. This book will not only inspire you, but it will serve as a practical guide for how to grow your wealth and the communities spiritual and material
wealth."
Professor Mikal N. Nash,
Historian Author of Islam Among Urban Blacks:
Muslims In Newark, N.J : A Social History
"In this insightful book, Halim Quddus reveals how you can take control of your economic destiny. I'm certain that if you capture the spirit of this book, you too can experience an economic resurrection. "
Rev. Anthony Mitchell, Sr.
Pastor of Union Chapel AME Church, Newark, NJ
"In Economic Resurrection, Halim Quddus ' incredible journey raises our expectations of entreprenuership and most importantly our hope for a better society. "
Mayor Wayne Smith,
Irvington, NJ
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
I want to thank The Creator for allowing me to live the life I've lived... a life that has allowed me to craft the story you're about to read, for without Him, there would be no story for any of us to read. I'm humbled by this opportunity.
I'm blessed to have the support of many wonderful and talented people in my life. Words cannot express what each of you bring to my life and my work. While I cannot mention all of you, I owe my deepest thanks to a few people in particular. I want to thank ...
My siblings, Willie, Bishop, Pearl, Johnnie Mae, Allen and Iman, who throughout the years have given me the support I needed to make it through the difficult seasons of my life. We've shared a lot of good times. I love you and I'm proud to be your brother.
Thanks to my children and stepchildren, who have been a great source of inspiration: Katone Glover, Shirin Quddus, Rabiyyah Quddus, Halim Ibn Quddus, Khadijah Quddus, Khalifah Overstreet, Kamilah Overstreet, Imani Quddus, Daphne Nikki Esmond, Annette Prophet, Abdul Quddus and Sabur Quddus -I love you all.
To my entire crew at USA Appliances and H&M Furniture, Wadu, Aquilah , Barry, Alif, Yahya, Kevin, Otis, Tony, Tom and Shorty, who worked crazy hours to make sure that our customers are taken care of. I appreciate what you do for all of us.
Ali Muhammad, a student at Lehigh University in Bethlehem, Pa. for proofreading this book. May you have a successful career and a prosperous future.
Nadira Nash and Pat Chambers for your editorial insights that went into editing this book. I'm very impressed with the end results.
My co-host Khalid Islam and Attorney Rauf Abdullah of the Internet radio station IWDM for their encouragement and support. Thank you for helping me to spread the message of Economic Resurrection.
Mickey Pokross, for his friendship and financial advice and for opening my mind to the world of finance.
Wali A. Muhammad a prominent photographer, who's stories, wisdom and encouragement never seems to end.
Last but certainly not least, my good friend A.K. Shamsid-Deen, who realized the value of my story, long before I did. Shamsid-Deen mentored me for countless hours in the crafting of my story and the writing of this book. Thank you Shamsid-Deen for believing in me enough to make all this happen.
I started this list by saying it was too many people to mention, however I would like to end by saying I'm grateful for all the people who have helped to enrich my life.
DEDICATION
This book is dedicated in love and appreciation to
My mother Eula Mae Moore,
who taught me what's really important in life
and showed me the value of hard work.
No words can express the gratitude and love I have for you.
My leader and teacher, Imam W.D. Mohammed, who's message of prosperity
impacted my life in a big way.
My brother Willie Moore ,
for being the Big Brother, who shared
good moments with me while also helping me to make it through the tough times.
And my sister Pearl Jackson,
a great motivator, who believed in me and always pushed me to do better.
INTRODUCTION
"Think big, but it's alright to start small".
Imam W D. Mohammed
As tough as times are, we're living in an era of great opportunities. Even as we navigate our way through these tough economic times, the fact still remains: we're living in a world of unlimited resources and unlimited wealth. The sad reality is that with so many opportunities around us, many people are economically dead and in need of a resurrection.
Economic Resurrection