The upward path frees and feeds others
“The road that goes up is an invitation from Allah to be liberators.”
The khutbah teaches that following the Quran’s upward path means freeing people from physical and inner oppression while feeding the hungry, caring for orphans, helping the distressed, and honoring every human being.
The khutbah in 7 steps
- Introduces Surah al-Balad and its two spiritual highways.
- Explains human faculties, taqwa, and accountability for wealth.
- Describes the upward path as liberation from physical and inner shackles.
- Calls for feeding the hungry and listening to divine guidance.
- Urges care for orphans and people in severe need.
- Expands compassion from families and communities to all humanity.
- Concludes by contrasting the companions of the right and left hands.
In the khateeb's words
“So this faturaqobah, a step on the incline, the road that goes up, is an invitation from Allah to be liberators.”
“Allah presents them to us to test us. That's why we begin with this particular verse that Allah Ta'ala creates humanity in toil and struggle.”
“Each one of the scriptures speak of the value of human dignity, of human life.”
For the dinner table
The khateeb reminded us that life includes toil and struggle, and that our choices can help us grow closer to Allah. He explained that taqwa helps us stay grateful, tenderhearted, and generous while we enjoy material blessings. He described the upward path through freeing people from oppression, feeding people in hunger, caring for orphans, and helping those in misery. He also spoke about freeing hearts and minds from burdens such as ignorance, greed, and fear. As a family, we can begin by noticing needs close to home, supporting those who help others, and treating every person with dignity.
- What is one blessing you could share with someone this week?
- When have you noticed someone having a hard day, and what could you do to help?
- How can we show someone that they matter through the way we speak to them?
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