Mother Tynnetta Muhammad, affectionately called “Mother†by her contemporaries, was born in Detroit, Michigan. Since early childhood she has studied many world cultures and societies. A gifted child in oratorical and writing skills, she developed a wide range of creative expression in the performing arts, including theater and dance She often appeared in public recitals and was a regular performer on local television stations at an early age.When 16 she embraced the Divine Teachings of the Most Honorable Elijah Muhammad, who guided her to the study of the Holy Qur’an. Ever since, she has been devoted to the study of the Divine Word of God.She was chosen as wife of the Most Honorable Elijah Muhammad, Leader of the Nation of Islam in America. The inspiration for the expression of her gifts is drawn from the Spiritual Guidance of his Divine Teachings. Her study of the Holy Qur’an has become the foundation of her music compositional works and creative spirit.Mother Tynnetta Muhammad, self-taught without formal training in music theory or instrumentation, credits her musical expression to be --“A Gift from Allah and an answer to a Prayer.â€
