12:06 The more you think…27:07 You read a book.…
Seeking knowledgeFrom the masjid's own video, Jun 5, 2026.

Seek knowledge to strengthen your faith

ICO Jama Masjid · Tariq Rasheed

“The more you think after gaining knowledge, the more your Iman will increase.”

The khateeb, at 12:06

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In one sentence

Human beings should seek knowledge, read deeply, and think about creation so that learning increases recognition of Allah and strengthens faith.

The khutbah in 5 steps

  1. Human beings are distinguished by their ability to seek knowledge and use it to know Allah.
  2. Islam begins with a command to read, making beneficial study, including science, part of Islamic knowledge.
  3. Reflection on human creation, animals, milk, and riding animals reveals Allah’s signs and blessings.
  4. Reading stimulates thought more deeply than passive watching alone.
  5. Muslims should read, think, form informed opinions, and recognize Allah’s signs throughout creation.
Try this week
Read regularly rather than relying only on videos, films, or documentaries.
After reading, pause to think, discuss the ideas, and form an informed opinion.
Study creation, such as the human body and animals, as a way to notice Allah’s signs.
Memorize the cited Qur’anic verses and reflect on their meanings.
Reflect on everyday blessings and remember that the ultimate journey is back to Allah.
Sources the khateeb cited
Surah 16Used to discuss human creation, animals, their benefits, riding animals, and milk as signs for reflection.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“The more you think after gaining knowledge, the more your Iman will increase.”
ICO Jama Masjid · Orlando, FL
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“You read a book. Right? And while you are reading book. Your brain is being stimulated. To think.”
ICO Jama Masjid · Orlando, FL
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Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

Imam Tariq reminded us that the ability to seek knowledge is a great blessing from Allah. He explained that learning about the human body, animals, and the world around us can help us recognize Allah's signs. He encouraged us to pause and think about what we learn so that our knowledge can strengthen our iman. Everyday things, such as milk and the help people receive from animals, give us reasons to be grateful. He also urged us to make time for reading and reflection, explaining that reading helps us develop ideas and discuss them with others.

  1. What did you learn today that made you wonder about Allah's creation?
  2. What everyday blessing could we pause to thank Allah for tonight?
  3. What would you like us to read together, and why?
Where it was given

The masjid

Islamic Center of Orlando (Jama Masjid)11543 Ruby Lake Road, Orlando, FL 32836Jumu'ah 1st 1:15 to 2:05 PM · 2nd 2:35 to 3:05 PMKhateebTariq RasheedMore khutbahsArchiveAll khutbahs at ICO Jama Masjid39 khutbahs
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