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Character & conductFrom the masjid's own video, Nov 21, 2025.

Verify news and speak only what helps

Dar Alnoor · Abdulahad Farooq

“If you believe in Allah and the last day, then say what is good or remain silent.”

The khateeb, at 13:17

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In one sentence

Muslims should discipline their hearts and tongues by verifying information, speaking only what benefits, and relinquishing arguments to protect faith, relationships, and community.

The khutbah in 7 steps

  1. Revisits the danger of half-truths and forwarding unverified social-media messages.
  2. Grounds belief in authentic Quranic and Sunnah sources.
  3. Explains the prophetic virtues of concise speech and intentional silence.
  4. Connects misinformation and excessive opinions to a desire for relevance and heart-level weakness.
  5. Warns against excessive talk, religious opinions without knowledge, and arrogance.
  6. Calls for accountability, apology, forgiveness, and letting go of arguments.
  7. Offers guidance during fitna and closes with prayers for families, health, and the community.
Try this week
Verify news before forwarding WhatsApp messages or reposting social-media content.
Practice intentional periods of silence and speak only what is beneficial.
Avoid giving opinions on every matter, especially halal and haram, without knowledge and authentic sources.
Consider the impact of words before speaking to relatives, friends, or community members.
Apologize and ask forgiveness when you realize your position or behavior was wrong.
During times of fitna, speak less, stay close to home, and cry over your sins.
Let go of arguments even when you believe you are correct.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“Remember our Iman is formed through authentic daleel, through authentic sources. What has been revealed in Quran and Sunnah.”
Dar Alnoor · Manassas, VA
Play from 8:50
“If you believe in Allah and the last day, then say what is good or remain silent.”
Dar Alnoor · Manassas, VA
Play from 13:17
“Whoever lets go of an argument, even knowing they're fully right.”
Dar Alnoor · Manassas, VA
Play from 20:57
Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

Today’s khutbah reminded us that our words can hurt relationships or bring people together. The imam encouraged us to check what we hear before sharing it, especially in messages and on social media. We do not need an opinion on everything, and it is okay to admit that we do not know enough. Following the Prophet’s guidance means speaking what is good and practicing silence when our words would not help. Saying sorry and letting go of arguments can help us care for our hearts, our families, and our community.

  1. What could you do before sharing a surprising message with your friends?
  2. When has someone’s kind word helped you feel better?
  3. What could you say to end an argument kindly?
Where it was given

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Dar Alnoor Islamic Community Center5404 Hoadly Rd, Manassas, VA 20112Jumu'ah 12:30 PM, 1:30 PM, 2:30 PM & 3:30 PMKhateebAbdulahad FarooqMore khutbahsArchiveAll khutbahs at Dar Alnoor33 khutbahs
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