6:37 if that is the case…12:51 you are the best land…
Hajj, Umrah & EidFrom the masjid's own video, Dec 30, 2025.

Why Makkah is Allah's beloved land

Baitul Aman Mosque · Inam Ullah

“You are the best land of Allah and the most beloved land to Allah.”

The khateeb, at 12:51

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In one sentence

Makkah is uniquely chosen by Allah as a sanctuary of peace and a center of worship, so believers should honor it, follow the Prophet’s guidance in Hajj and Umrah, and prepare themselves spiritually.

The khutbah in 6 steps

  1. Allah’s selection of prophets, times, and places demonstrates His oneness and culminates in Makkah, Madinah, and Masjid al-Aqsa.
  2. Makkah is a sanctuary of peace for people, animals, trees, and property, illustrated through Ibrahim and Hajar.
  3. Makkah is Allah’s most beloved land, and the Prophet left it unwillingly during the Hijrah.
  4. The Kaaba is the first house of worship, a blessed source of guidance, and one of three mosques for which religious travel is prescribed.
  5. Tawaf is unique to Makkah; believers should use their strength wisely, distinguish facing the Kaaba from worshiping it, and avoid disobedience.
  6. Hajj and Umrah should follow the Prophet’s Sunnah, while believers prepare themselves to deserve Masjid al-Aqsa and pray for the oppressed.
Try this week
Perform as much tawaf as possible when visiting Makkah.
Make Hajj or Umrah while young and physically able, if possible.
Learn and perform Hajj and Umrah according to the Prophet’s Sunnah.
Help fellow pilgrims who fall or need assistance during tawaf.
Prepare spiritually and morally as a committed believer.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“if that is the case Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala will never leave me alone”
Baitul Aman Mosque · Toronto, ON
Play from 6:37
“you are the best land of Allah and the most beloved land to Allah if I was not kicked out from you I will never leave the Makkah”
Baitul Aman Mosque · Toronto, ON
Play from 12:51
Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

Today’s khutbah focused on why Makkah and the Kaaba hold a special place in Muslim life. The khateeb described the Haram as a place of peace, with protections for people, animals, and trees, and recalled Hajar’s trust that Allah would not leave her alone. He spoke about the Prophet’s love for Makkah and the Kaaba’s place as a house of worship and guidance. He encouraged those able to visit to make good use of their time and strength for tawaf, and to learn Hajj and Umrah according to the Prophet’s teachings. He also reminded us that we worship Allah while facing the Kaaba, and ended by praying for pilgrims and Muslims facing hardship.

  1. What helps you remember Allah when you feel unsure or worried, as Hajar did?
  2. How could we help make our home a more peaceful place for everyone?
  3. What is one way you could use your energy this week to worship Allah or help someone?
Where it was given

The masjid

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