“Clippers, Compassion, and Faith: The Mission of Brother LaRon Muhammad”
- Brother Levon X
- 6 days ago
- 4 min read
BLXCR Editorial Highlight: For decades, the barbershop has been more than a place for a haircut — it has been a classroom where men speak honestly, young boys witness manhood in motion, and the community finds its voice. That spirit was clear when we sat down with Brother LaRon Muhammad of Supreme Styles Barbershop in Cincinnati, Ohio. A master barber and a true community soldier, our brother uses the gifts God blessed him with to uplift others, proving that service is the highest form of leadership.
When we came across a post of Brother LaRon Muhammad cutting a believer’s hair inside a hospital, we knew there was a deeper story behind it. As a barber myself since the age of fifteen, I understand that our craft goes far beyond clippers and fades. Barbers restore confidence. Barbers revive spirit. Sometimes, we perform small miracles. Our conversation unfolded between brothers — grounded in faith, experience, and shared purpose.
Roots, Craft, and Calling
Brother LaRon Muhammad, originally from Omaha, Nebraska — the birthplace of Malcolm X — shared how hip-hop culture, faith, and brotherhood helped shape his journey. Like many of us who came up during that era, the seeds of consciousness were planted through music, community, and conversations in barbershops.
He began cutting hair at fourteen and became licensed shortly after high school. The barber chair became more than a business; it became a ministry — a space where men could talk, heal, and grow.
As fellow barbers from the same generation, we reflected on how the craft itself is a calling. It requires vision, discipline, and heart. When you bless someone with a haircut, you’re not just shaping hair — you’re restoring dignity.
The Hospital Visit: Service Beyond Self
The heart of the story centered on a believer named Brother Kenneth Muhammad, who was hospitalized with serious health issues. When Brother LaRon received the request for a haircut, he didn’t hesitate. He packed his tools, walked into the hospital room, and did what barbers have always done — he served.
What happened next spoke volumes.
The doctor noticed a visible change in the patient. She observed that color returned to his face after the visit. The brother’s spirit lifted. His posture changed. His hope was renewed. That moment became a lesson for all of us: sometimes healing doesn’t come only from medicine. Sometimes it comes from love, presence, and brotherhood.
Brotherhood Without Barriers
One of the most powerful parts of our conversation was the reminder that true brotherhood transcends titles, positions, and even organizational boundaries.
Brother LaRon spoke openly about choosing compassion over separation. Despite outside pressures or differences, he followed his conscience — visiting a believer in need simply because he was a brother. And that decision changed everything.
When believers showed up together, the energy in the room shifted. The hospital staff witnessed it. The brothers who came along were uplifted just as much as the one receiving the haircut. It was a living example of faith in action.
The Barbershop as a School of Life
Our dialogue naturally returned to barber culture — the barbershop as a classroom where knowledge, wisdom, and understanding are exchanged daily.
We spoke about mentoring youth, encouraging reading, and using the shop as a place to cultivate consciousness. In my own experience, I required young helpers to complete book reports in exchange for work — teaching them that knowledge is currency.
Brother LaRon shared how his shop, Supreme Styles Barbershop, creates an atmosphere where deep conversations about family, relationships, and spiritual growth take place.
Even when customers are unfamiliar with higher consciousness, the environment itself begins to shape their thinking. Because when the right energy is present, the shop becomes more than a business — it becomes a study group.
Marriage, Healing, and Honest Conversations
During the haircut at the hospital, Brother Kenneth opened up about personal struggles, including marriage and life challenges. These conversations were not just therapeutic for him — they were healing for Brother LaRon as well. That is the beauty of brotherhood: sometimes the one who comes to serve leaves equally strengthened.
Men need spaces where they can speak openly, without judgment. The barber chair often becomes that safe place — where wisdom is shared quietly, one conversation at a time.
Preserving the Art and Spirit of Barbering
As two seasoned barbers from the era of $10–$15 haircuts, we reflected on how the craft has evolved. While trends and technology change, the true essence of barbering remains rooted in integrity, skill, and service.
A real barber meets people where they are — balancing business with compassion. Longevity comes from relationships, not just prices.
Because at the end of the day, what keeps clients coming back is not only the haircut — it’s the spirit behind the hands.
A Living Example of Community
This conversation reminded me why stories like this must be told.
In a world that often highlights division, here was a brother quietly serving another brother, bringing light into a hospital room, and reminding us all what real unity looks like. Brotherhood is not just a word — it is an action.
And sometimes, all it takes is a barber with a pair of clippers, a sincere heart, and a willingness to show up.
Visit Supreme Style Barbershop — Where Brotherhood Meets the Craft
If you’re in Cincinnati, Ohio, make your way to Supreme Style Barbershop and experience more than just a haircut — experience family. Stop by and visit Brother LaRon Muhammad, proudly serving the community at 1569 Chase Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio 45223. Known for its welcoming spirit and professional excellence, the barbershop continues the rich tradition of being a beacon in our neighborhoods — a place where conversations grow, mentorship happens, and unity is strengthened.
The barbershop has always been more than a chair and clippers; it’s a meeting place for the community, a space where culture, brotherhood, and positive energy come together. Come be part of the atmosphere, support the craft, and keep the legacy of community connection alive.
Supreme Style Barbershop — where style, service, and family come first.
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