CHAPTER FOUR

Deliver Change: Embracing Loss through Grief

Formerly an investment banker, Azim Khamisa became a social activist after his 20-year old son Tariq was senselessly murdered by Tony Hicks, a 14-year old gang member, while Tariq was delivering pizzas in January 1995. Out of unspeakable grief and despair, Azim was inspired to transform his loss through the miraculous power of forgiveness. He was advised by a spiritual mentor to do a good deed to honor the memory of Tariq. In addition, Azim was inspired by his faith and the Koran, which states that after passing from this world, the soul remains in close proximity to the family and loved ones during the 40 days of grieving. After 40 days, the soul moves to a new level of consciousness. ...

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