0:29 The day of Jumu'ah is…6:58 But my salawat upon…7:09 Allah descends ten…
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Send salawat for blessings and forgiveness

ICI · Kashif Ahmed

“The day of Jumu'ah is a blessed day for the believers.”

The khateeb, at 0:29

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In one sentence

Jumu'ah is a uniquely blessed day for believers, and dedicating it to worship, especially salawat upon the Prophet, brings forgiveness, blessings, elevated rank, and ease.

The khutbah in 5 steps

  1. Introduces Jumu'ah as a blessed gift specially granted to the Prophet's ummah.
  2. Describes unseen Friday blessings involving angels, mercy, forgiveness, and accepted supplications.
  3. Explains that Jumu'ah begins at Maghrib and that angels record believers' worship.
  4. Emphasizes salawat as the greatest optional act and highlights its spiritual benefits.
  5. Urges listeners to send salawat throughout the day and pray for forgiveness and accepted duas.
Try this week
Dedicate Jumu'ah to sending salawat upon the Prophet and prioritize it among other adhkar.
Send salawat throughout the day, including while walking, going to work, or returning from work.
Aim, following the cited practice of scholars and Salihin, to send up to 1,000 salawat on Jumu'ah.
Perform congregational salah and other acts of worship during the Jumu'ah period.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“The day of Jumu'ah is a blessed day for the believers. There are many... blessings that Allah has attached to this day of Juma'ah.”
ICI · Irving, TX
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“But my salawat upon the Prophet It is for my own benefit. It is for my own khair.”
ICI · Irving, TX
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“Allah descends ten blessings upon that person. Ten of your sins are forgiven. Allah gives you 10 status higher in Jannah.”
ICI · Irving, TX
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Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

The khutbah presents Jumu'ah as a special gift Allah gave to the Ummah of the Prophet Muhammad. It says Friday carries unseen blessings, including angels welcoming worshippers, forgiveness, mercy, and accepted supplications. The speaker especially urges us to send salawat upon the Prophet throughout the day, even while walking or commuting. He explains that this remembrance benefits the person who practices it, bringing blessings, forgiveness, higher rank, and ease. We are encouraged to honor the day with worship and ask Allah to make us among those whose sins are forgiven and prayers accepted.

  1. What makes Jumu'ah feel different from other days?
  2. When could you remember the Prophet during your Friday routine?
  3. Which blessing mentioned in the khutbah would you most want to ask Allah for?
Where it was given

The masjid

Islamic Center of Irving2555 N Esters Rd, Irving, TX 75062Jumu'ah First khutbah 2:00 PM, salah 2:25 PM · second khutbah 3:15 PM, salah 3:40 PMKhateebKashif AhmedMore khutbahsArchiveAll khutbahs at ICI95 khutbahs
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