Islam rejects racial superiority
“Whenever we hear racism, all of us have to speak out.”
Islam teaches that racial and cultural diversity is a divine sign, while racism is spiritual arrogance that Muslims must actively confront in their communities, families, and hearts.
The khutbah in 6 steps
- Explains diversity of languages, colors, and peoples as signs of Allah rather than hierarchies.
- Defines racism as a spiritual disease rooted in arrogance, pride, and oppression.
- Addresses local incidents of anti-Black racism and the responsibility of the wider community to respond.
- Uses Bilal, Abu Dharr, the Farewell Sermon, and Black Muslim history to demonstrate Islam’s rejection of racial superiority.
- Calls listeners to speak up, support those affected, and raise children with genuine cross-cultural belonging.
- Closes by urging families and communities to identify and condemn racism as part of religious responsibility.
In the khateeb's words
“Allah destroys that by saying that the most noble of you in the sight of Allah are the ones who are most fearing of Allah, meaning the most conscious of Allah, the ones who follow Him.”
“Islam says that racism is a spiritual disease of kibr, arrogance, of ujub, of self-pride and being impressed with yourself.”
“We have to realize that, subhanAllah, whenever we hear racism, all of us have to speak out.”
“Remember to call this out in your families. Even when you're among your people, do not be shy or afraid.”
For the dinner table
The khateeb reminded us that Allah created our different colors and languages as signs of His greatness, and that no race is better than another. He described racism as a disease of the heart connected to arrogance that can lead to oppression. He shared how a Black child and his family had been hurt in the masjid, reminding us to listen carefully when people tell us they have been mistreated. Through the story of Abu Dhar being corrected, he showed that recognizing wrongdoing should lead to real changes in how we treat others. As a family, we can speak up against racist words, build friendships across cultures, and help everyone feel welcome and respected.
- How can we help someone feel included when they join our school or masjid activities?
- What could you say if someone made fun of another person's skin color or language?
- What could our family do this week to build a friendship with a family from a different culture?
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