0:16 To such people, he…2:23 Rasulullah was the…4:39 we are all together in…
The Prophets & seerahFrom the masjid's own video, Sep 12, 2025.

The Prophet’s mercy should guide every Muslim

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“Rasulullah was the most kind towards people, naas, not only believers, to everybody.”

The khateeb, at 2:23

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In one sentence

The khutbah argues that Muslims should embody the Prophet Muhammad’s mercy, humility, respect, forgiveness, and inclusive leadership while remembering the suffering of Ahl al-Bayt.

The khutbah in 6 steps

  1. The Prophet’s forgiveness toward people who plotted against him is presented as the peak of kindness.
  2. Stories from Anas illustrate the Prophet’s kindness, respect, humility, and equality with ordinary people.
  3. The sermon emphasizes the Prophet’s concern for all humanity and the possibility of divine mercy.
  4. The warning to close relatives is connected to Abu Talib’s affirmation of the Prophet’s truthfulness.
  5. The Black Stone arbitration is presented as an example of inclusive, non-hierarchical leadership.
  6. The sermon moves into mourning for Hamza and Husayn, then prayers for oppressed communities and the Imam’s reappearance.
Try this week
Follow the Prophet’s sunnah and teachings, especially mercy, humility, respect, and forgiveness.
Treat everyone respectfully, including nonbelievers, the poor, and people outside one’s own group.
Share communal responsibilities instead of claiming a higher rank or special privilege.
Maintain love for Imam Ali and the Prophet’s holy progeny and follow their teachings.
Recite Amman Yujib five times for healing, acceptance of deeds, and relief for oppressed people.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“To such people, he forgave them all. This is the peak of kindness and forgiveness.”
RCC · East Hamilton, ON
Play from 0:16
“Rasulullah was the most kind towards people, naas, not only believers, to everybody.”
RCC · East Hamilton, ON
Play from 2:23
“we are all together in this. Okay, he will participate. He won't consider a specific or a higher rank for himself.”
RCC · East Hamilton, ON
Play from 4:39
Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

The khutbah reminded us that the Prophet Muhammad showed mercy and respect to everyone, not only believers. He forgave people who had harmed him, joined ordinary work, and brought people together without giving special privilege to the rich or powerful. We were also reminded to remember the suffering of Hamza and Husayn and to keep compassion for people facing oppression today. As a family, we can practice this by speaking gently, sharing responsibilities, forgiving where appropriate, and praying for those in need.

  1. When is forgiveness difficult, and what might make it possible?
  2. How can we show respect to someone different from us?
  3. What responsibility can we share without seeking praise?
Where it was given

The masjid

Razavi Community Centre95 Mead Ave, Hamilton, ON L8H 3T6Jumu'ah Friday, August 28, 2026 · 1:21 PMArchiveAll khutbahs at RCC10 khutbahs
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