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Hajj, Umrah & EidFrom the masjid's own video, May 22, 2026.

Maximize worship in Dhu al-Hijjah

Masjid Al-Ikhlaas

“When you make sincere intention, Allah Subh'anaHu Wa Ta-A'la will grant you the Tawfir.”

The khateeb, at 3:37

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In one sentence

The khutbah calls Muslims to maximize worship during the first ten days of Dhu al-Hijjah through fasting, remembrance, Eid observance, sincere intention, and communal unity.

The khutbah in 6 steps

  1. Summarizes the major stages of Hajj and encourages sincere intention to perform it.
  2. Explains the special virtue of the first ten days of Dhu al-Hijjah and fasting the Day of Arafah.
  3. Teaches takbir during Ayyam al-Tashriq and explains the prohibition on fasting those Eid days.
  4. Reviews Eid al-Adha sunnahs, family celebration, and the relationship between moon-sighting and communal unity.
  5. Encourages respect for differing scholarly opinions and participation in a combined Eid prayer.
  6. Announces safety protocols, community programs, volunteering needs, sponsorship opportunities, and Eid logistics.
Try this week
Make a sincere intention to perform Hajj in a future year.
Fast Monday and Tuesday, especially the Day of Arafah; if unable, pursue other recommended fasts.
Do not fast on the 11th, 12th, and 13th; celebrate those days through eating, drinking, and remembrance.
Take Eid off if possible, dress well, attend Eid prayer, and eat after the prayer and sacrifice.
Attend the combined Eid prayer with family, arrive early, bring a prayer mat, and follow parking and safety protocols.
Overlook minor differences for communal unity while respecting legitimate scholarly opinions.
Volunteer with transportation, food preparation, setup, parking, or other Eid activities.
Sources the khateeb cited
Surah 89Introduced the significance of the dawn and the first ten days.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“When you make sincere intention, Allah Subh'anaHu Wa Ta-A'la will grant you the Tawfir.”
Masjid Al-Ikhlaas · Hopkinton, MA
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“This is the day of celebration. This is the day that must be spent with your family.”
Masjid Al-Ikhlaas · Hopkinton, MA
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“Respect the salah, respect the opinion, respect the consensus of the ulema, respect the consensus of the majority of the designated officials.”
Masjid Al-Ikhlaas · Hopkinton, MA
Play from 20:01
Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

The khateeb reminded us that the first ten days of Dhul Hijjah are a special opportunity to worship Allah. He described the journey of Hajj and encouraged us to sincerely hope and prepare to go. He urged fasting, especially on the day of Arafah, and remembering Allah through takbir around Eid. He also reminded us that Eid is a time for family, celebration, and enjoying what we have. As communities gather for Eid, he encouraged us to respect differences and help the day reflect unity, love, and joy.

  1. What is one act of worship you would like us to make time for together?
  2. How could we help someone in our family feel especially included on Eid?
  3. What could you do if someone at Eid does something differently from what you are used to?
Where it was given

The masjid

Masjid Al-Ikhlaas (Islamic Society of Greater Milford)2 West Elm St, Hopkinton, MA 01748Jumu'ah 1:00 PMArchiveAll khutbahs at Masjid Al-Ikhlaas33 khutbahs
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