Hajj, Umrah & EidFrom the masjid's own video, May 3, 2026.
Hajj must be done when one can
“Hajj is unique that it has to be done in certain areas.”
In one sentence
Hajj is a uniquely time- and place-bound pillar whose obligation should be fulfilled promptly when one has the means, while following the Prophet’s example.
The khutbah in 6 steps
- Establishes Hajj as a unique pillar tied to specific days and sacred locations.
- Connects Arafat with Adam and Hawwa’s repentance and divine forgiveness.
- Explains the obligation of Hajj and the Hanafi, Shafi‘i disagreement over delaying it.
- Recounts the Prophet’s journey, ihram, talbiyah, and the three forms of Hajj.
- Compares scholarly views on whether Qiran, Tamattu, or Ifrad is most virtuous.
- Encourages genuine eagerness, saving, preparation, and prioritizing the pilgrimage.
Try this week
Make a sincere intention to perform Hajj.
Begin saving regularly, even a small amount, specifically for Hajj.
Learn the rites and types of Hajj before traveling.
Recite the talbiyah loudly during ihram where appropriate.
Attend future khutbahs to continue learning about the Prophet’s Hajj.
Quotes
In the khateeb's words
“salah can be made anywhere zakat can be given anywhere psalm fasting can be done anywhere but hajj is unique that it has to be done in certain areas”
“according to Imam Abu Hanifa if he delays he is a sinner”
Talk about it at home
For the dinner table
The khutbah teaches that Hajj is a special pillar of Islam tied to particular days and places around Makkah. The speaker described the Prophet’s journey and explained Qiran, Tamattu, and Ifrad, while noting scholarly differences about which form is best and whether delaying Hajj is allowed. He encouraged anyone with the ability to develop genuine eagerness for Hajj, make an intention, and begin preparing by saving regularly. Our family can honor this message by learning the rites and turning sincere desire into steady action.
- What would it look like for our family to show real eagerness for Hajj?
- Which part of the Prophet’s Hajj journey would you like to learn more about?
- What can we start saving, learning, or planning this month?
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