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Renew faith by loving and following the Prophet

OBKIC · Abdullahi Jaranow

“The secret to success is the love of the Messenger alayhi salatu wassalam.”

The khateeb, at 18:06

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In one sentence

The new Hijri year should prompt Muslims to renew faith by loving and following Prophet Muhammad, honoring the sacrifices of the Muhajireen and Ansar, cultivating that love in their homes, and fasting in Muharram.

The khutbah in 7 steps

  1. Opens with tawhid, the Prophet’s status, and a reminder to practice taqwa.
  2. Explains the Hijri calendar and why the Hijrah marks Islamic history.
  3. Recalls the sacrifices of the Muhajireen and generosity of the Ansar.
  4. Recounts the Prophet’s losses and opposition as evidence that victory came from Allah.
  5. Argues that love of the Prophet transforms character, family life, and children.
  6. Encourages regular salawat and teaching children to know and love the Prophet.
  7. Gives guidance on fasting during Muharram, especially Ashura and an adjacent day.
Try this week
Renew the intention to love, follow, remember, and regularly send salawat upon the Prophet.
Learn about the Prophet and teach children to know, love, and remember him.
Fast during Muharram as health and ability permit, especially Ashura, adding the day before or after when possible.
Set the intention the evening before Ashura.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“the secret to success is the love of the Messenger alayhi salatu wassalam.”
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“at the minimum every believer should try to fast on Ashura the 10th day of Muharram”
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Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

The new Hijri year reminds us of the Prophet’s migration from Mecca to Medina and the sacrifices of his companions. The muhajireen left behind their homes and wealth for Allah, and the Ansar welcomed them with generosity and put their guests before themselves. The imam encouraged us to honor the companions and let their examples shape our own choices. His central message was that loving the Prophet Muhammad, learning about him, following his example, and sending him peace and blessings can transform our hearts and behavior. He also encouraged fasting in Muharram, especially on Ashura, while being mindful of our health and ability.

  1. How could we help someone new feel welcome this week, inspired by the Ansar?
  2. What would you like to learn about the Prophet Muhammad’s life and character?
  3. What small habit could we begin together this Hijri year to remember the Prophet and send him peace and blessings?
Where it was given

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Omar Bin Al-Khattab Islamic Center12622 Renton Ave S, Seattle, WA 98178KhateebAbdullahi JaranowMore khutbahsArchiveAll khutbahs at OBKIC106 khutbahs
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