Character & conductFrom the masjid's own video, Jun 12, 2026.
Uthman shows complete surrender
“The signifying character trait of al-Islam is modesty.”
The khutbah in 6 steps
- Introduces Uthman as the Prophet's beloved companion and Dhun-Nurayn through his marriages to two of the Prophet's daughters.
- Explores Uthman's profound modesty and asks listeners to examine their own character and connection to the Prophet.
- Highlights his generosity in financing Tabuk, purchasing the Well of Rumah, and responding quickly to communal needs.
- Describes his honored status through Badr, Bay'at al-Radwan, prophetic glad tidings, and the foretelling of his martyrdom.
- Presents his lifelong worship, repeated emancipation of slaves, Qur'an service, codification of the Uthmanic script, and charitable endowment.
- Concludes with his patience under siege, refusal to permit fighting, and a call to study and emulate the righteous predecessors.
Try this week
Study the life of Uthman ibn Affan and other righteous predecessors.
Cultivate modesty by examining your character, conduct, and connection to the Prophet.
Be among the first to donate, volunteer, help build, or serve when the community needs support.
Begin or support ongoing charitable work whose benefits continue after your lifetime.
Reject rumors and slander, and do not allow conflict to produce bloodshed.
Quotes
In the khateeb's words
“Every deen, every religion, has a signifying character trait. And the signifying character trait of al-Islam is modesty.”
“the goodness that's coming out of his good deeds is paying him dividends handsomely fil akhira.”
“under no circumstance will I be a cause for fighting between the muslimin”
Talk about it at home
For the dinner table
The khutbah teaches us about Sayyidina Uthman ibn Affan, a companion known for modesty, generosity, worship, and service. He responded quickly whenever the Muslim community needed help and supported projects whose benefits continued for generations. He also preserved peace during a dangerous siege and refused to let others fight and shed blood on his behalf. We are encouraged to study his life, serve generously, guard our character, and choose patience and peace when conflict arises.
- Where could we practice more modesty or haya' this week?
- What is one way our family can serve someone in the community?
- How should we respond when we hear a rumor about someone?
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