9:44 So it is important…22:44 the word of Talbiya…
Hajj, Umrah & EidFrom the masjid's own video, May 8, 2026.

Hajj should change how we live

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“The word of Talbiya that we say when we are in Hajj means the submission to Allah Ta'ala.”

The khateeb, at 22:44

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In one sentence

Hajj should cultivate taqwa, humility, equality, sacrifice, and obedience that reshape everyday conduct, while Jumu'ah requires respectful attention and silence during the sermon.

The khutbah in 7 steps

  1. Introduces the Hajj season as an opportunity to renew faith, intentions, and awareness of the Hereafter.
  2. Explains Qur'an 2:197 and presents taqwa as the essential provision, encouraging early preparation for future pilgrims.
  3. Uses ihram, the Talbiyah, and standing at Arafah as reminders of equality and standing before Allah.
  4. Argues that Hajj should produce lasting inner change, submission, sacrifice, and obedience after returning home.
  5. Applies the Talbiyah to parenting, work, marriage, friendships, and influence on others.
  6. Teaches Jumu'ah etiquette: attend when called, listen attentively, and do not speak during the khutbah.
  7. Closes with prayers for accepted Hajj, steadfastness, and oppressed communities, followed by Qur'an recitation and prayer.
Try this week
Prepare spiritually for Hajj by cultivating taqwa before traveling.
If unable to go this year, begin the paperwork and authorization process as soon as possible.
Translate the Talbiyah into obedience in parenting, work, marriage, friendships, and daily conduct.
Attend Jumu'ah when called, listen silently during the khutbah, and avoid speaking to others.
Sources the khateeb cited
Quran 2:197Used to teach that Hajj requires avoiding sin and argument and that taqwa is the best provision.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“So it is important that we remember that the tatwa is the most important of provisions that we need to prepare ourselves for before we even go to Hajj.”
ISSP · St. Petersburg, FL
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“the word of Talbiya that we say when we are in Hajj, means the submission to Allah Ta'ala.”
ISSP · St. Petersburg, FL
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Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

The khutbah taught that Hajj is more than traveling to Makkah or completing rituals. Its best provision is taqwa, and its lessons include humility, equality, sacrifice, and obedience to Allah. Saying the Talbiyah means carrying that obedience into how we raise children, work, treat spouses, and deal with friends. Even those who cannot make Hajj this year can begin preparing and live these meanings wherever they are. We should also honor Jumu'ah by listening quietly during the khutbah and praying for people facing oppression.

  1. What does taqwa look like in one choice we might make this week?
  2. How can we practice “I hear and obey You, Allah” at home?
  3. What helps us listen respectfully during the Friday khutbah?
Where it was given

The masjid

Islamic Society of Saint Petersburg (Masjid Al-Sunnah)2401 5th St S, St. Petersburg, FL 33705Jumu'ah 1:30 PMArchiveAll khutbahs at ISSP18 khutbahs
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