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The Prophets & seerahFrom the masjid's own video, Aug 28, 2026.

Honor the Prophet by following his Sunnah

Al Farooq
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The khutbah urges Muslims to honor Prophet Muhammad by believing in his message, following his example and Sunnah, sending blessings upon him, and prioritizing taqwa over disputes about celebrating his birth.

The khutbah in 5 steps

  1. Opens with an exhortation to taqwa and gratitude for Prophet Muhammad’s birth.
  2. Recalls the Farewell Hajj sermon’s teaching that taqwa, not ethnicity, determines spiritual distinction.
  3. Explains the Prophet’s rights: faith in his message, following his Sunnah, and sending blessings upon him.
  4. Acknowledges scholarly disagreement about celebrating the Prophet’s birth and redirects attention to his central message.
  5. Announces the Chicago mayor’s visit and urges local residents and businesses to attend and represent the community.
Try this week
Follow the Prophet’s path, Sunnah, and guidance.
Send blessings upon the Prophet whenever he is mentioned, especially on Friday.
Attend tomorrow’s community meeting at the masjid from 12:30 to 2:30, especially if you live or operate a business nearby.
Keep phones silent during prayer.
Sources the khateeb cited
Quran 4:131The opening exhortation to taqwa frames the khutbah’s central standard.
Quran 33:21Used to establish the Prophet as the best example to follow.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“Arab and non-Arab people are the same in the deal of Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala those who have taqwa more will have more value in the sake of Allah”
Al Farooq · Calumet Heights, IL
Play from 15:17
“so we should follow his his path and his sunnah and his guidance”
Al Farooq · Calumet Heights, IL
Play from 16:26
“There's strength in numbers. If you have business here, please be here tomorrow between 12:30 all the way to 2:30.”
Al Farooq · Calumet Heights, IL
Play from 27:39
Where it was given

The masjid

Masjid Al Farooq8950 S. Stony Island Ave, Chicago, IL 60617Jumu'ah 1:00 PMArchiveAll khutbahs at Al Farooq37 khutbahs
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