22:19 OK, so you have to…23:21 So I feel I will make…
Character & conductFrom the masjid's own video, Jul 17, 2026.

Learn from Ahlul Bayt to show mercy

Al-Khoei

“You have to take care of your parents.”

The khateeb, at 22:19

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In one sentence

The khutbah argues that Muslims should learn the history and character of Ahlul Bayt, especially Imam Zayn al-Abidin, and turn that knowledge into respect for parents and mercy toward enemies.

The khutbah in 3 steps

  1. Contrasts national pride in historical memory with Muslims’ widespread ignorance of Islamic history.
  2. Introduces Imam Zayn al-Abidin, his lineage, titles, birth, and Persian maternal background.
  3. Explains that religious history should produce action, especially respect and care for parents.
Try this week
Learn the history of the Prophet and Ahlul Bayt rather than remaining ignorant of it.
Put lessons from religious gatherings into daily behavior.
Care for parents and caregivers with respect, love, appreciation, and attentiveness.
Show mercy and hospitality even toward an enemy in need.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“OK, so you have to take care of your parents.”
Al-Khoei · Jamaica, NY
Play from 22:19
“So I feel I will make her like sad inside or she wants to eat something. I took it before her.”
Al-Khoei · Jamaica, NY
Play from 23:21
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For the dinner table

Today’s khutbah focused on Imam Zayn al-Abidin, also known as Ali ibn al-Husayn, and what we can learn from his example. The khateeb encouraged us to learn our religious history and spoke about how gatherings help pass that knowledge along. He connected the Imam’s devotion to Allah with his care for people. He shared a story about the Imam’s thoughtful concern for the woman who raised him, reminding us to treat parents and caregivers with love and appreciation. He also described the Imam giving an enemy protection in his home. His message was to carry what we learn into our actions, showing kindness and care in daily life.

  1. What is one story from our religious history you would like us to learn together?
  2. How could you show someone who cares for you that you notice and appreciate their effort?
  3. What could help you act kindly when you feel upset with someone?
Where it was given

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Imam Al-Khoei Islamic Center89-89 Van Wyck Expressway, Jamaica, NY 11435ArchiveAll khutbahs at Al-Khoei20 khutbahs
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