Youth & educationFrom the masjid's own video, Jun 27, 2026.
Hifz completion reflects faith and dedication
“Harun has touched me so much.”
In one sentence
Haroon Azhar’s completion of hifz is presented as the result of Allah’s blessing, strong character, personal dedication, and sustained support from family and teachers.
The khutbah in 5 steps
- Celebrates Haroon’s hifz graduation and praises his etiquette, dedication, intelligence, and character.
- Recounts the speaker’s teaching relationship with Haroon across multiple institutions.
- Credits Allah, Haroon’s grandparents, parents, teachers, and Haroon’s own daily effort.
- Shares stories showing Haroon’s popularity among teachers and his emotional bond with the speaker.
- Closes with Quran recitation, including the named recitation of Surah Al-Fatihah.
Sources the khateeb cited
Surah 1Named and recited near the close of the sermon.
Quotes
In the khateeb's words
“He was one of those students, MashaAllah, who in terms of his ahlaq, in terms of his adab, his etiquette, in terms of his desire, his dedication, everything, MashaAllah, is A+.”
“First and foremost, Allah Subh'anaHu Wa Ta-A'la, who without His blessings and permission, he would not have been able to achieve this.”
“It was a very difficult decision. And Mashallah, Harun has touched me so much. He has made me the most proud teacher. Alhamdulillah.”
Talk about it at home
For the dinner table
The speaker celebrated Haroon’s completion of hifz as a blessing from Allah and the result of years of dedication. He emphasized that good manners, respect, desire, and perseverance shaped Haroon’s success. He thanked Haroon’s grandparents, parents, teachers, and the teacher who first recognized his potential. A story about Haroon’s sadness when his teacher left showed how deeply caring relationships can shape both students and teachers. The gathering ended with Quran recitation.
- Which character traits helped Haroon complete hifz?
- Who helps us succeed, and how can we thank them?
- What makes a teacher-student relationship meaningful?
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