Islam rejects racism and ethnic superiority
“No Arab is better than any African.”
Racism stems from Shaytan’s claim of superiority, so Muslims must seek truthful history, reject ethnic and political division, and uphold Islam’s equality while exercising religious freedom in America.
The khutbah in 6 steps
- Connects racism to Shaytan’s claim, “I am better than he is.”
- Explains the First Amendment’s protection of religious freedom and the need to understand American law.
- Highlights the long, often omitted history of Muslims in America through slavery, migration, and early communities.
- Links historical slavery and racial ideology to contemporary anti-Muslim hostility and political rhetoric.
- Urges Muslims to reject nationalism, colorism, and ethnic superiority within the ummah.
- Calls for knowledge, humility, support for struggling Muslims, and participation in the new masjid community.
In the khateeb's words
“Racism was not invented in the United States of America. It was not created in Europe. Shaitan was the first to invent racism.”
“We have to seek knowledge beyond the schools we are surrounded by. Because these people are not going to tell you which book they're reading out of.”
“No Arab is better than any African. Who said that? Rasulullah Sallallahu Alaihi Wasallam.”
“They start separating the tribes. Muslims, we don't have tribes. Islam is the tribe.”
For the dinner table
The imam said racism begins with the attitude, “I am better than he is,” which he connected to Shaytan. He reminded us that Muslims have been part of American history for centuries, even when that story is often left out. He urged Muslims to seek knowledge, reject nationalism and ethnic pride, and judge people by closeness to Allah rather than skin color or culture. He also encouraged us to make du'ah for Muslims who are struggling and to welcome new shahadahs. The sermon closed with an invitation to support the new masjid at the August 23 back-to-school cookout.
- Where might people hear or show the idea that one group is better than another?
- What part of Muslim or American history would you like to learn more about?
- How can our family welcome someone new to Islam this week?
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