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Seeking knowledgeFrom the masjid's own video, Sep 3, 2025.

Learn about Allah and live what you learn

Al Huda · Ali Hasaba

“The first thing we need to learn and know is about Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala.”

The khateeb, at 28:23

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In one sentence

The khutbah argues that Muslims must pursue beneficial knowledge throughout life, beginning with knowing Allah and the Qur'an, and turn what they learn into worship, taqwa, character, and service to others.

The khutbah in 6 steps

  1. The first revelation, “Read,” establishes learning as a foundational Islamic command.
  2. Beneficial knowledge is knowledge of Allah that produces taqwa, worship, and action.
  3. Qur'an and hadith examples elevate scholars, lifelong study, and seeking knowledge.
  4. Parents should teach children Qur'an, manners, understanding, and wisdom while recognizing their different era.
  5. Taqwa and acting on knowledge open deeper understanding; knowledge must not remain words.
  6. Listeners are urged to prioritize Qur'an, learn consistently, apply knowledge, and teach others.
Try this week
Seek beneficial knowledge throughout life, regardless of age.
Make learning about Allah and the Qur'an a priority.
Apply what you learn rather than leaving it as information.
Learn at least one ayah or hadith each Friday.
Teach beneficial knowledge to children and others.
Use worldly knowledge to serve people and make life easier.
Sources the khateeb cited
Surah 96The command to read frames learning as the first revealed instruction.
Surah 68The oath by the pen emphasizes writing, study, and the importance of knowledge.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“The first thing we need to learn and know is about Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala That the knowledge which we gain Is to make us Pious Righteous Fearing Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala”
Al Huda · Chelsea, MA
Play from 28:23
“So try your best to apply, to work by your knowledge. And Allah will ask you brothers and sisters.”
Al Huda · Chelsea, MA
Play from 32:51
“If we do, let's change it now and promise Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala that we take this book of Qur'an, which is the main source of knowledge for us and most important source of knowledge for us.”
Al Huda · Chelsea, MA
Play from 33:58
Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

The khutbah teaches that seeking knowledge is a lifelong part of being Muslim. The most important knowledge is knowing Allah, learning the Qur'an, and letting that knowledge grow our taqwa and good character. We should keep learning at every age, apply what we learn, and share it with others, especially our children. Even one ayah or hadith each Friday can become a meaningful store of guidance over time.

  1. What is one useful thing you learned this week, and how can you practice it?
  2. What could our family learn together every Friday?
  3. How can we show love for the Qur'an in our daily routine?
Where it was given

The masjid

Al Huda Society60 Willow Street, Chelsea, MA 02150Jumu'ah 1:00 PMKhateebAli HasabaMore khutbahsArchiveAll khutbahs at Al Huda20 khutbahs
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