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Civic engagementFrom the masjid's own video, Sep 3, 2025.

Allah commands justice and excellence

Al Aqsa Community

“Simply because somebody is your enemy doesn't mean that for that person you will forget to be fair.”

The khateeb, at 12:34

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In one sentence

Muslims should fulfill Allah’s command in Surah an-Nahl 16:90 by practicing justice, excellence, care for relatives and neighbors, and moral responsibility in American society.

The khutbah in 7 steps

  1. Explains Surah an-Nahl 16:90 as a comprehensive command from Allah.
  2. Develops the meanings of justice, fairness, and impartiality.
  3. Explains ihsan as excellence in every task and relationship.
  4. Urges generosity and care toward relatives and neighbors.
  5. Challenges American Muslims to embody khairi ummah through exemplary conduct.
  6. Warns against indecency and urges youth workshops and counseling for moral challenges.
  7. Concludes with prayer and community announcements about gathering, illness, and mosque support.
Try this week
Practice fairness even toward people who oppose you.
Perform everyday responsibilities with ihsan and excellence.
Care for relatives, neighbors, and other people nearby.
Develop workshops and counseling to help young people navigate moral challenges through Quran and Sunnah.
Make dua for Khaled Ehsan and for sick community members.
Attend the community Eid gathering on June 22 at 11 a.m. at Village Green Park.
Sources the khateeb cited
Surah 16Provides the khutbah’s central framework: justice, excellence, generosity, and avoidance of indecency and wrongdoing.
Sahih MuslimSupports the teaching that ihsan is required in every matter.
Surah 55Used to emphasize Allah’s sovereignty and the believer’s accountability before Him.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“So, the verse makes it very clear that what follows is a command from Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala. It's not something that is voluntary”
Al Aqsa Community · Plainfield, IL
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“simply because somebody is your enemy doesn't mean that for that person you will forget to be fair.”
Al Aqsa Community · Plainfield, IL
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Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

Today’s khutbah centered on Surah an-Nahl 16:90, which commands justice, excellence, and care for those close to us while forbidding indecency and wrongdoing. The khateeb explained that these are responsibilities that should shape family life, business dealings, and treatment of people, even those we oppose. He urged Muslims in America to live as a beneficial community whose conduct reflects Islam and to support young people with sound guidance. At home, we can begin by being fair, doing ordinary tasks well, and caring for relatives and neighbors. We should also remember the sick in our prayers and stay connected to the community.

  1. What is one way we can be fair when we disagree with someone?
  2. What small task can we do with ihsan this week?
  3. Who is a relative or neighbor we can care for today?
Where it was given

The masjid

Al Aqsa Community Center17940 S. Bronk Rd, Plainfield, IL 60586Jumu'ah 1st: 1:05 PM 2nd: 2:05 PMArchiveAll khutbahs at Al Aqsa Community37 khutbahs
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