The ummah & current eventsFrom the masjid's own video, Mar 6, 2026.
Reject violence and follow the Quran
“Support your community, your family members, your neighbors.”
In one sentence
The road to Jannah requires rejecting unjust violence, following the Quran and Sunnah, supporting others, repenting, and preparing for a peaceful return to Allah.
The khutbah in 5 steps
- Reflects on death and the companions’ martyrdom while condemning those who kill civilians.
- Rejects violence and killing, using Quranic principles about the sanctity of human life.
- Distinguishes defending one’s country from traveling abroad to create conflict.
- Urges listeners to support their communities, families, and neighbors while seeking Jannah.
- Reminds everyone of death, repentance, Allah’s forgiveness, and reliance on the Quran and Sunnah.
Try this week
Reject violence and killing regardless of who is being harmed.
Support the community, family members, and neighbors.
Distinguish defending one’s country from creating conflict abroad.
Return to Allah and ask for forgiveness after going off course.
Follow the teachings of the Quran and Sunnah.
Quotes
In the khateeb's words
“Islam is not only the religion of peace. Islam, the definition is peace.”
“We are here to give you support, support your community, your family members, your neighbors.”
“When we deviate, we come back and we ask Allah for forgiveness.”
Talk about it at home
For the dinner table
The khateeb reminded us to keep Jannah in mind as we make choices each day. He spoke against violence and killing, emphasizing that every human life matters. He encouraged us to speak the truth even when it is difficult and to support our families, neighbors, and community. He reminded us that everyone will return to Allah and spoke of the beautiful greeting of peace awaiting those who were patient. When we make mistakes, we can turn back to Allah, ask for forgiveness, and keep trying to do good.
- Who in our neighborhood or family could use some help this week?
- When has telling the truth felt difficult, and what helped you?
- What is one choice tomorrow that remembering Jannah could help you make?
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