Why Dhul-Hijjah’s first ten days matter
“They are the greatest days in the year.”
The first ten days of Dhul-Hijjah, especially Arafah, Eid al-Adha, and the days of Tashriq, are uniquely blessed opportunities for worship, gratitude, sacrifice, and strengthening the Muslim community through justice and unity.
The khutbah in 6 steps
- Introduces the first ten days of Dhul-Hijjah as exceptionally blessed.
- Explains how these days gather major acts of worship, especially Hajj.
- Defines Hajj as answering Ibrahim’s call and connects it to Islam’s prophetic heritage.
- Highlights Arafah’s forgiveness, fasting, and the revelation affirming Islam’s completion.
- Explains Eid al-Adha through Ibrahim and Ismail’s sacrifice and describes the practices of Ayyam al-Tashriq.
- Applies the season’s lessons to community unity, justice, and resilience amid Islamophobia.
In the khateeb's words
“Those great days Are so great That the scholars said They are the greatest days In the year”
“The hajj in Islam is not only a trip to Mecca The hajj in Islam is an answer for the call of Allah azza wa jal”
“Today I have completed your religion for you The deen of Islam is complete Doesn't need anyone to add anything to it”
For the dinner table
The khateeb reminded us that the days of Dhul Hijjah bring many blessings, including Hajj, Arafah, Eid al-Adha, and the days of Tashriq. He described Hajj as answering Allah’s call and reminded those at home that Arafah is also an opportunity for worship and forgiveness. Through Ibrahim’s example, he spoke about faith and sacrifice for Allah’s sake. He encouraged us to keep praising Allah throughout the year, beyond the days of celebration. He also urged us to stay united when facing hatred and to bring peace and justice to others, even when they treat us unfairly.
- What is one blessing you would like to thank Allah for today?
- How could our family keep remembering Allah after Eid?
- What could being fair to someone who treated you unfairly look like?
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