Stand for justice and religious freedom
“Our reality is to haqq and to justice.”
Muslims must stand for justice by defending religious freedom in Canada, speaking against oppression worldwide, and taking principled civic action.
The khutbah in 6 steps
- Introduces concern about Bill C-9 and its possible impact on religious freedom.
- Frames justice, or adl, as a central divine and Islamic principle.
- Connects justice to the treatment of minorities, Muslims, Gaza, and the West Bank.
- Urges listeners to protest injustice and avoid political complacency.
- Recommends engaging community organizations, officials, email lists, and social media.
- Closes with prayers for oppressed communities and peace.
In the khateeb's words
“The concept of justice is important and it is important to be applied to all faith background minorities living in Canada”
“We need to stand for justice because regardless of how difficult justice and truth is, we need to stand for it and be able to defend it”
“Visit their websites, subscribe to their email lists, on their social media, find out how you can do it.”
“Our reality is not to a certain party. Our reality is to haqq and to justice. And we'll follow that principle no matter what party we're representing.”
For the dinner table
The khateeb reminded us that justice, or adl, is a central Islamic value that should protect people of every faith and background. He warned that Bill C-9, in his view, could threaten religious freedom in Canada, and he urged the community to speak with officials and defend principled civic rights. He connected this responsibility to the suffering of Muslims and other minorities around the world, including people in Gaza and the West Bank. He encouraged listeners to learn from community organizations, join their email and social channels, and support their work. He ended by asking Allah to forgive us and bring peace to Palestine, Sudan, Yemen, Kashmir, and the Middle East.
- What does standing for justice look like in our community this week?
- How can we learn about an issue before deciding how to help?
- Why did the khateeb say justice should apply to people of every faith?
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