Repent and worship in Dhul Hijjah
“He chose to take heed and to take the signs that Allah showed him as an opportunity to sincerely repent and to change the trajectory of his life.”
The first ten days of Dhul Hijjah are a special opportunity to sincerely repent, renew consistent worship, and draw nearer to Allah through remembrance, dua, fasting, and family charity.
The khutbah in 6 steps
- Introduces taqwa, truthful speech, obedience, and the opportunity of Dhul Hijjah.
- Retells Fudayl’s repentance after hearing Quran and recognizing signs from Allah.
- Explains zuhd and wara' and argues that guidance grows through a person’s decision to turn back.
- Uses hadith and Quran to highlight the virtues of the ten days, Arafah, and dua.
- Encourages fasting, takbir, Quran recitation, dua, udhiyah, and generosity toward family.
- Closes with prayer and announcements about Eid, iftar, relief donations, and summer camp.
In the khateeb's words
“Zuhd means that you will detach your heart from the pleasures and the desires of this world and you become a visionary by attaching it to the Akhirah.”
“guidance is also a choice. He chose to take heed. and to take the signs that Allah showed him as an opportunity to sincerely repent and to change the trajectory of his life.”
“So when you're driving your car, when you're going to work, Recite the praises and the glory of Allah as much as you can For these are blessed days.”
For the dinner table
During the first ten days of Dhul Hijjah, Allah gives us a special chance to turn back to Him. The story of Fudayl reminds us that guidance grows when we notice a reminder and choose sincere repentance. We can keep Islam steady through consistent prayer and fasting, and fill these days with remembrance, Quran, dua, and fasting Arafah when able. Caring for our families and sharing the sacrifice can become charity when our intention is for Allah. We can make these days joyful by worshipping together, eating together, and preparing for Eid with gratitude.
- What reminder has helped you make a better choice recently?
- Which phrase of remembrance can we say together this week?
- How can our family make generosity and Eid preparation meaningful?
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