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Qur'an & tafsirFrom the masjid's own video, Aug 1, 2025.

Sincere giving leads to ease

PGMA · Hassan Mohamed

“Always ask yourself, What am I doing wrong?”

The khateeb, at 24:34

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In one sentence

Surah al-Layl teaches that sincere generosity, taqwa, faith in the Hereafter, and humility lead toward ease, while stinginess, arrogance, and rejecting guidance lead toward hardship, with guidance ultimately belonging to Allah.

The khutbah in 6 steps

  1. The khutbah begins with taqwa, truthful speech, and the Quran as guidance for every area of life.
  2. It explains Surah al-Layl's oaths by night, day, and male and female creation.
  3. It contrasts sincere giving, taqwa, and belief in the Hereafter with stinginess, arrogance, and disbelief.
  4. It urges listeners to take personal accountability rather than blaming family members, children, or managers.
  5. The story of Abu Talib illustrates that guidance belongs to Allah, even when someone is deeply loved.
  6. The khutbah closes with calls to draw closer to Allah, prayers for families and those suffering, and community announcements.
Try this week
Speak truthfully and avoid swearing by anything besides Allah.
Give charity sincerely without seeking recognition, photographs, or credit.
Examine your own conduct instead of blaming your spouse, children, parents, or manager.
Remember that wealth is entrusted by Allah and give from what He has provided.
Draw closer to Allah through mosque prayer and night prayer.
Sources the khateeb cited
Surah 92Used to contrast the generous, mindful believer with the stingy, arrogant person who rejects faith.
Sahih MuslimUsed to warn against performing good deeds for public recognition.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“We live in times where the truth is very difficult to speak.”
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“You give not to recredit. You give not to be recognized. This is a sickness we have in our hearts.”
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“Always ask yourself, What am I doing wrong? Stop reflecting the issue on others.”
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“The $100,000 in your account belongs to Allah.”
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Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

The khutbah uses Surah al-Layl to show that our choices can move us toward ease or hardship. Sincere giving, taqwa, belief in Allah and the Hereafter, and humility are presented as the path of generosity and steadiness. Stinginess, pride, seeking applause, and blaming others pull us away from that path. We should remember that our wealth is a trust from Allah and that guidance belongs to Him, while we still take responsibility for our actions. The khutbah ends by asking Allah to protect families, bless the community, and help people suffering around the world.

  1. When is it hardest to take responsibility instead of blaming someone else?
  2. How can our family grow closer to Allah through prayer?
Where it was given

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Prince George's Muslim Association9150 Lanham-Severn Rd, Lanham, MD 20706Jumu'ah 11:15 AM · 12:30 PM · 1:45 PMKhateebHassan MohamedMore khutbahsArchiveAll khutbahs at PGMA65 khutbahs
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