16:47 If not, then there is…19:11 Read it in English.…20:50 Memorizing the Quran…23:41 This Ramadan, I will…
Qur'an & tafsirFrom the masjid's own video, Mar 3, 2026.

Ramadan is blessed through the Quran

ICSC · Ahmed Soboh

“This Ramadan, I will convey the message of the Quran with as many people as I can.”

The khateeb, at 23:41

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In one sentence

The khutbah argues that Ramadan is blessed because of the Quran, so Muslims should strengthen their relationship with it through reading, memorizing, understanding, applying, teaching, and reflecting.

The khutbah in 7 steps

  1. Ramadan and Sha'ban are presented as seasons of blessing, especially because of the Quran.
  2. Listeners compare their attachment to their phones with their attachment to the Quran.
  3. The speaker introduces six rights of the Quran: read, memorize, understand, apply, teach, and reflect.
  4. He recommends reading one juz daily, studying a surah, and memorizing new passages.
  5. He urges listeners to act on Quranic commands, avoid wrongdoing, and teach others.
  6. A reflection on Surah al-Kawthar connects blessings with prayer, charity, and hope in the Prophet's fountain.
  7. The khutbah closes with prayers for a lasting Quran connection and guidance to Jannah.
Try this week
Start preparing now, write down Quran goals, and check them off throughout Ramadan.
Read one juz daily, taking about 45 minutes to an hour, to finish the Quran.
Read a translation or listen while following along if Arabic reading is difficult.
Memorize a new surah, page, or several verses.
Choose one surah to study through translation and tafsir.
Apply one or two Quranic commands and stop behaviors such as gossip or backbiting.
Teach a new surah or verse to children, grandchildren, neighbors, coworkers, or others.
Reflect while reading by pausing for gratitude, glorification, supplication, or seeking protection.
After receiving good news, pray two rakahs and give charity.
Sources the khateeb cited
Surah 25Used as a warning against abandoning or neglecting the Quran.
Surah 55Used to demonstrate responding with gratitude when asked which blessings are denied.
Surah 108Used as an exercise in understanding, reflection, gratitude, prayer, and charity.
Surah 59Used to illustrate the Quran's immense weight and power.
Surah 39Used to describe believers physically reacting to the Quran's words.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“If not, then there is a problem with our relationship with the Quran.”
ICSC · Koreatown, CA
Play from 16:47
“Read it in English. Read it in Spanish. Read it in Urdu. Read it in Sawahili. Read it in any language you understand.”
ICSC · Koreatown, CA
Play from 19:11
“Memorizing the Quran because on the day of judgment, Prophet Muhammad sallallahu alayhi wa sallam told us that our rank in Jannah will be at the last verse that we memorize.”
ICSC · Koreatown, CA
Play from 20:50
“This Ramadan, I will convey the message of the Quran with as many people as I can.”
ICSC · Koreatown, CA
Play from 23:41
Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

The khateeb reminded us that Ramadan is special because it is the month when the Quran was revealed. He encouraged us to build a stronger relationship with the Quran by reading it, memorizing something new, understanding its meaning, applying its teachings, teaching others, and reflecting deeply on its verses. Even one juz a day can help us finish the Quran, and we can use a translation or listen if needed. We should let the Quran change our behavior, including by avoiding gossip and showing gratitude through prayer and charity. Ramadan preparation can begin now, with simple goals that bring the Quran into our homes and daily lives.

  1. Which Quran goal would you most like to try this Ramadan, and what would help you keep it?
  2. What is one Quran teaching we can practice together at home this week?
  3. When has something good happened to you, and how could prayer or charity express your gratitude?
Where it was given

The masjid

Islamic Center of Southern California434 S Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90020Jumu'ah Qur’an recitation 12:45 PM · Khutbah 1:00 PM · prayer 1:30 PMKhateebAhmed SobohMore khutbahsArchiveAll khutbahs at ICSC71 khutbahs
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