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Death & the hereafterFrom the masjid's own video, Sep 7, 2026.

Prepare for judgment, not the Hour's timing

Masjid Samiya

“Don't ask when the hour is, ask what have I prepared for the hour.”

The khateeb, at 24:34

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In one sentence

Because Allah created life as a test and will judge every person, believers should use reason, worship sincerely, consume lawful provision, prepare for the Hereafter, and engage regularly with Surah Al-Mulk.

The khutbah in 6 steps

  1. Uses Surah Al-Mulk to frame life and death as a test of one’s deeds and highlight the harmony of creation.
  2. Describes Hellfire and accountability, emphasizing prophetic warnings and the need to use reason.
  3. Contrasts denial with sincere reverence for Allah in private and affirms divine justice for the oppressed.
  4. Explains earthly blessings and the responsibility to follow lawful paths and consume lawful provision.
  5. Urges believers to prepare for the Hour rather than speculate about its timing.
  6. Concludes by recommending frequent recitation and teaching of Surah Al-Mulk, with prayers for guidance and Gaza.
Try this week
Use reason and reflection when considering faith and religious choices.
Revere Allah sincerely in private, not only publicly.
Consume lawful food and avoid prohibited earnings and substances.
Prepare for the Hereafter through deeds rather than focusing on when the Hour will occur.
Read, memorize, remember, and teach Surah Al-Mulk regularly.
Sources the khateeb cited
Surah 67Frames Allah’s dominion, life and death as a test, creation’s signs, Hellfire, blessings, and the final return.
Surah 67Uses the regret of Hell’s inhabitants to urge people to listen and reason before it is too late.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“It is He who created death and life. For what purpose? Which of you has the best deeds?”
Masjid Samiya · Ansonia, CT
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“Don't ask when the hour is, ask what have I prepared for the hour.”
Masjid Samiya · Ansonia, CT
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“So read Surah Al-Mulk every day. Read Surah Al-Mulk every week. Read it often. Remember it. Memorize it. Teach it to your kids.”
Masjid Samiya · Ansonia, CT
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Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

The khateeb reflected on Surah Al-Mulk and reminded us that Allah created life and death to test whose deeds are best, including how sincere we are. He encouraged us to respect Allah in private as well as around others, because Allah knows our intentions. The sky, birds, water, and our own hearing and sight were reminders of Allah’s power and the blessings we depend on. He spoke about accountability, seeking forgiveness during our lives, and preparing for our return to Allah through the choices we make today. He ended by encouraging us to read Surah Al-Mulk often, remember its lessons, and teach it to our children.

  1. What is one kind thing you could do quietly without needing anyone to notice?
  2. Which blessing mentioned in the khutbah did you notice today, and how could you show gratitude for it?
Where it was given

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