15:13 But if you allow…19:03 Because listening...…35:08 And the greatest thing…
Family & marriageFrom the masjid's own video, Apr 24, 2026.

Islamic parenting begins with active listening

Masjid Ul Haqq

“Listening is an active process that takes effort.”

The khateeb, at 19:03

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In one sentence

Islamic parenting requires actively listening to children, sharing life with them, modeling faith, and collectively preparing them for principled leadership.

The khutbah in 5 steps

  1. An elephant-rope analogy illustrates how children can be conditioned by psychological limitations.
  2. Luqman’s counsel establishes tawhid and active listening as foundational parenting responsibilities.
  3. Prophetic examples show that children need guidance through participation, affection, worship, and daily companionship.
  4. The examples of Maryam and Isa emphasize mercy, communication, Allah’s power, and resilience amid social judgment.
  5. The community is urged to mentor youth, invest in Islamic education, and fulfill civic responsibilities.
Try this week
Listen actively to children by being present, awake, and attentive to their actions.
Model tawhid, prayer, and Islamic conduct through personal behavior.
Share worship, work, play, and life experiences with children while guiding them directly.
Sign up to mentor a young person and volunteer with the masjid’s educational platform.
Support Muslim children’s education and civic wellbeing by engaging with schools and local legislation.
Sources the khateeb cited
Surah 31Luqman’s advice against associating partners with Allah grounds tawhid as the first parenting lesson.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“But if you allow yourself to be contained to be controlled by those psychological, and emotional ropes that have bound you”
Masjid Ul Haqq · Upton, MD
Play from 15:13
“Because listening... is not hearing. Listening is an active process that takes effort. That takes movement. Right? That takes depth and understanding.”
Masjid Ul Haqq · Upton, MD
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“And the greatest thing that this community can produce It is a contingency of young leaders that are strong.”
Masjid Ul Haqq · Upton, MD
Play from 35:08
Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

Today's khutbah reminded us that children need adults who listen carefully, share life with them, and guide them with love. The khateeb explained that children learn from what we do, including how we approach prayer and how we speak about others. He encouraged families to spend time together so that faith is something children experience alongside us. Through stories of parents and children, he emphasized trust in Allah and preparing young people to face life's challenges. He also called on the community to support education and mentoring, reminding us that we can help others while still working on ourselves.

  1. What helps you feel that someone is really listening to you?
  2. What is something you would like us to do or learn together?
Where it was given

The masjid

Masjid Ul Haqq514 Islamic Way, Baltimore, MD 21217Jumu'ah Khutbah 1:15 PM; iqamah 1:45 PMArchiveAll khutbahs at Masjid Ul Haqq48 khutbahs
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