12:47 I encourage you next…22:16 We ask Allah subhanahu…
Seeking knowledgeFrom the masjid's own video, Aug 15, 2026.

Creation points us toward the Creator

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“The knowledge of the process leads us to the knowledge of the Creator.”

The khateeb, at 17:11

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In one sentence

Reflecting beyond the physical world, especially on food and nature, deepens faith and should lead Muslims toward justice, unity, and gratitude.

The khutbah in 5 steps

  1. The Qur'an urges believers to look beyond appearances and learn from creation.
  2. Surat Abbas guides reflection from rain and soil to crops, food, and animal provision.
  3. Scientific study of creation can lead believers toward knowledge of the Creator.
  4. Listeners are urged to observe nature and reflect on its signs during everyday life.
  5. The sermon connects Islamic identity and Pakistan's history with justice, equality, prosperity, and unity.
Try this week
Reflect on how rain, soil, crops, and animals bring food to the table.
During the next grocery trip, pause in the fruit or vegetable section and consider the diversity of creation.
Observe trees, greenery, and even small creatures as signs of Allah's creation.
Promote and stand for justice while remaining truthful to Islamic values.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“I encourage you next time you go to shop. Just look at the go to the fruit section. Or veggies section. Just think about it.”
Grand Mosque · Fort Garry, MB
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“We ask Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala to make a place of justice, prosperity, and equality for all.”
Grand Mosque · Fort Garry, MB
Play from 22:16
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For the dinner table

Today's khutbah invited us to slow down and notice the signs of Allah in things we see every day. The khateeb traced our food through rain, soil, and growing plants, reminding us how much there is to appreciate in a simple meal. He encouraged us to let what we learn about nature and our bodies deepen our faith and wonder at Allah's creation. Speaking about Pakistan, he reminded us that Muslims belong to one Ummah across borders, languages, and ethnicities. He also emphasized that justice is the foundation of prosperity and prayed that we become people who stand for justice and strengthen our community's unity.

  1. Which food on our table makes you curious about how it grew?
  2. What is one thing in nature you would like to look at more closely, and why?
  3. How could you help someone be treated more fairly this week?
Where it was given

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