The Prophets & seerahFrom the masjid's own video, Aug 23, 2025.
The Hijrah calls for sacrifice and solidarity
“Don't let your money to make you feel that you are better than others.”
In one sentence
The Hijrah teaches that preserving faith requires steadfastness, sacrifice, solidarity across social classes, and leaving what Allah forbids while following the Prophet's Sunnah.
The khutbah in 6 steps
- Introduces Dar al-Arqam, the early believers, and persecution in Mecca.
- Explains Quraysh's attempts to compromise Islam and exclude poor believers.
- Recounts the assassination plot and preparations for Hijrah to Medina.
- Highlights the sacrifices of the Muhajirun, Mus'ab ibn Umayr, and those unable to migrate.
- Connects Hijrah's lessons to Gaza and the suffering of oppressed Muslims.
- Concludes with sacrifice, leaving haram, following the Sunnah, and supplication.
Try this week
Protect the core principles of your faith from compromise.
Reject pride based on wealth, status, or social position.
Leave specific haram actions and move toward halal alternatives.
Study and imitate the Prophet's Sunnah in family and community relationships.
Make dua for oppressed and vulnerable Muslims.
Sources the khateeb cited
Surah 109Used to argue that worship and faith cannot be compromised.
Sahih al-BukhariReferenced the Prophet's indication of the future place of migration.
Sahih MuslimUsed to define practical faith and the moral meaning of migration.
Quotes
In the khateeb's words
“don't let your money to make you feel that you are better than others”
Talk about it at home
For the dinner table
The sermon tells the story of the Prophet Muhammad's migration from Mecca to Medina. The early Muslims gave up homes, wealth, and comfort to protect their faith and support one another. Their example teaches that Islam is for everyone, not only the wealthy or powerful. Today, Hijrah can also mean leaving sinful habits and choosing what Allah allows. We are encouraged to follow the Prophet's character and remember Muslims suffering around the world.
- What is one comfort you could give up for Allah?
- How can our family make others feel welcome and respected?
- What is one habit you could move from haram toward halal?
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