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Qur'an & tafsirFrom the masjid's own video, Mar 14, 2026.

Make the Quran central to daily life

IOK · Furhan Zubairi

“Creating a culture of the Qur'an is something that all of us can play a part in.”

The khateeb, at 24:33

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In one sentence

The khutbah argues that Muslims should rebuild a Qur'an-centered culture through recitation, study, love, teaching, and immediate practice because it transforms individuals and communities.

The khutbah in 5 steps

  1. Hadiths about recitation, study gatherings, and intercession explain the Qur'an's rewards and communal importance.
  2. The Companions' love for the Qur'an was expressed through nighttime recitation and valuing revelation above material wealth.
  3. Abu Bakr's forgiveness and Abu Talha's charity demonstrate revelation producing immediate moral action.
  4. Listeners are urged to recreate a Qur'an culture in their homes, mosques, and communities.
  5. IOK's educational resources and support opportunities can help sustain Qur'an-centered growth beyond Ramadan.
Try this week
Make the Qur'an a living presence in homes, mosques, and communities.
Use available resources to improve recitation, memorize Qur'an, and learn its meanings.
Give consistent time, effort, and sacrifice to Qur'an study and practice.
If unable to participate directly, support someone who can become a Qur'an student and teacher.
Remain seated after salah for the announced short project appeal.
Sources the khateeb cited
Surah 10Presents the Qur'an as admonition, healing, guidance, mercy, and greater than accumulated wealth.
Surah 24Commands Abu Bakr to continue supporting Misrah and to forgive after Aisha's vindication.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“The Qur'an spoke to their hearts. There was not one moment of hesitation. He heard these words of Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala and immediately put it into practice.”
IOK · Diamond Bar, CA
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“Creating a culture of the Qur'an is something that all of us can play a part in.”
IOK · Diamond Bar, CA
Play from 24:33
Where it was given

The masjid

Institute of Knowledge1009 Vía Sorella, Diamond Bar, CA 91789KhateebFurhan ZubairiMore khutbahsArchiveAll khutbahs at IOK58 khutbahs
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