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The Prophets & seerahFrom the masjid's own video, Nov 28, 2025.

Honor the companions and follow the Sunnah

London Muslim Mosque

“Without their sacrifice we are not here today enjoying saying la ilaha illallah.”

The khateeb, at 9:52

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In one sentence

Muslims should love, honor, and emulate the Prophet’s companions by following the Sunnah, carrying the prophetic mission, and seeking closeness to the Prophet in the Hereafter.

The khutbah in 5 steps

  1. Calls listeners to taqwa and introduces the companions as the best generation.
  2. Uses Quranic descriptions and hadith to establish the companions’ honor and sacrifices.
  3. Recounts their support at Hunayn and their efforts to spread Islam across the world.
  4. Explores Thawban’s and Bilal’s longing for the Prophet and hope of meeting him after death.
  5. Encourages later believers to love the Prophet, protect his teachings, follow the Sunnah, and carry his mission.
Try this week
Honor and love the companions of the Prophet.
Follow the companions’ example and the Prophet’s Sunnah.
Protect the Prophet’s teachings and carry his mission.
Cultivate love and longing for the Prophet through obedience and remembrance.
Sources the khateeb cited
Surah 48Describes Muhammad and his companions as devoted, merciful, worshipful believers.
Surah 9Uses the Battle of Hunayn to show that numerical strength alone does not guarantee victory.
Surah 4Promises companionship with prophets, truthful people, martyrs, and the righteous for those who obey Allah and the Messenger.
Sahih al-BukhariWarns against belittling or cursing the Prophet’s companions and emphasizes their unmatched virtue.
Sahih MuslimPresents later believers who believe without seeing the Prophet as his brothers.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“without their sacrifice we are not here today enjoying saying la ilaha illallah without their sacrifice we are not going to have that dignity and honor to be among the ummah”
London Muslim Mosque · London, ON
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For the dinner table

Today’s khutbah reminded us of the deep love between Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, and his companions. The khateeb described how they supported him and carried his message, encouraging us to honor them and learn from their example. He shared stories of Thawban and Bilal longing to be with the Prophet in the hereafter. He also offered a hopeful reminder that the Prophet spoke lovingly of those who would believe in him without ever seeing him. We can respond to that love by learning his teachings, following his Sunnah, and helping carry his message through our daily lives.

  1. Which story from the khutbah stayed with you, and what made it memorable?
  2. What would you like to learn about Prophet Muhammad to feel closer to him?
  3. What is one way our family could put his teachings into practice this week?
Where it was given

The masjid

London Muslim Mosque151 Oxford St W, London, ON N6H 1S3Jumu'ah First prayer 12:00 PM · second prayer 1:15 PMArchiveAll khutbahs at London Muslim Mosque193 khutbahs
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