10:03 So if we want to…16:41 Our religion is not…25:12 The full package is…27:40 Make that environment…
Seeking knowledgeFrom the masjid's own video, Aug 1, 2026.

Islamic knowledge shapes every part of life

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“Our religion is not just aqaid and ibadat.”

The khateeb, at 16:41

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In one sentence

Believers should love and follow the Prophet by gaining Islamic knowledge, practicing Islam in every area of life, and cultivating that commitment within their families.

The khutbah in 6 steps

  1. Allah commands believers to protect themselves and their families from Hell and follow the Prophet as their role model.
  2. Knowledge of the Prophet’s life and character develops genuine love and attachment to him.
  3. Islamic knowledge encompasses worship, business dealings, social conduct, and etiquette.
  4. Muslims should embrace their identity confidently and practice Islam consistently at home, school, work, and in public.
  5. Parents must create an Islamic home environment and provide children opportunities to learn their religion.
  6. The speaker promotes Al-Hikmah Institute’s one-year intensive and Alimiyyah programs as opportunities for deeper religious study.
Try this week
Study the Prophet’s life, character, and example.
Learn the religious knowledge needed for prayer, purification, fasting, zakat, Hajj, business, social dealings, and etiquette.
Attend local masjid classes and become involved in Islamic programs.
Enroll children in suitable Islamic learning programs and maintain their connection with the deen.
Create a home environment where children feel proud and confident as Muslims.
Consider Al-Hikmah Institute’s one-year intensive or Alimiyyah program.
Sources the khateeb cited
Surah 49Supports the importance of etiquette, respectful interaction, and good character.
Surah 78Illustrates the severe consequences of disbelief through the wish to become dust.
Sahih MuslimShows that seeking necessary religious knowledge is an obligation.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“So if we want to develop that love for Rasulullah Ilm is necessary Knowledge who this person was Who was Rasulullah What did he do for us?”
LIMS · East Meadow, NY
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“Our religion is not just aqaid and ibadat Beliefs and acts of worship Yes, that is a core part of our deen But there is so much more than that”
LIMS · East Meadow, NY
Play from 16:41
“The full package is inside of the masjid Outside of the masjid At home, at school, at work I am a Muslim I am a believer”
LIMS · East Meadow, NY
Play from 25:12
“Make that environment where they become proud of being a Muslim, of being a believer. Not that we just drop them off at class and then when they come home, the environment is the exact opposite.”
LIMS · East Meadow, NY
Play from 27:40
Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

The khutbah reminds us that believing in Allah means trying to protect ourselves and our families from the Fire. We learn to love the Prophet by studying his life and making his character our example. Islamic knowledge includes prayer and fasting, but also honest business, good relationships, and respectful manners. Being Muslim is a whole-life identity at home, school, work, and outside the masjid, and parents should build a home where children feel proud and connected to Islam. The speaker encouraged families and young people to use local classes and programs to keep learning their deen.

  1. What is one quality of the Prophet you would like to learn more about?
  2. How can we show Islam through our manners at home or school?
  3. What could our family do this week to learn more about our deen?
Where it was given

The masjid

Long Island Muslim Society475 East Meadow Ave, East Meadow, NY 11554Jumu'ah 1:15 PM; 2:15 PM; 3:30 PMArchiveAll khutbahs at LIMS23 khutbahs
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