Hajj, Umrah & EidFrom the masjid's own video, May 22, 2026.
Why Dhul Hijjah's first ten days matter
“There are no days in which righteous actions, amal al-salif, are more beloved to Allah than the deeds performed in these ten days.”
The khutbah in 5 steps
- Explains the exceptional virtue of the first ten days of Dhul Hijjah through a hadith.
- Encourages abundant dhikr, fasting, and increased worship during these days.
- Connects Hajj rituals and animal sacrifice to Ibrahim's trials and submission.
- Urges listeners to sacrifice sinful desires and obey Allah's boundaries.
- Emphasizes that non-pilgrims can share the season's rewards despite the cost of Hajj.
Try this week
Increase remembrance by reciting tahlil, takbir, and tahmid.
Fast during the first days of Dhul Hijjah.
Spend the days and nights in worship.
Reflect on Ibrahim's sacrifice and stay away from sin.
Strive to fulfill Allah's commandments and observe His boundaries.
Sources the khateeb cited
Surah 89Referenced the oath by ten nights, identified by Ibn Abbas according to the cited interpretation with the first ten days of Dhul Hijjah.
Quotes
In the khateeb's words
“there are no days in which Righteous actions, amal al-salif, are more beloved to Allah than the deeds performed in these ten days.”
“Allah did not tell us to sacrifice our sons, our parents. Allah did not tell us to sacrifice ourselves, or our family members.”
“We see that this deen is not a deen only for the rich people.”
Talk about it at home
For the dinner table
These first ten days of Dhul Hijjah are a special chance to draw close to Allah, whether or not we can go for Hajj. The khutbah reminded us that Ibrahim showed true faith by submitting to Allah and giving up what was most precious to him. We can honor that example by remembering Allah often, worshipping more, fasting, and turning away from sin. Even small sincere efforts matter, and this season is open to every Muslim.
- What is one good deed you could do more often during Dhul Hijjah?
- What does it mean to give up something for Allah?
- How can we remember Allah together as a family?
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