Character & conductFrom the masjid's own video, Sep 3, 2025.
Respect the Prophet through gentle speech
Muhammadi Masjid · Kashif
In one sentence
True adab toward the Prophet is shown through reverent speech, a gentle tone, and consistent respect in the mosque and daily life.
The khutbah in 5 steps
- Continues the series by defining adab as manners and respectful conduct.
- Explains Surah al-Hujurat's commands not to raise one's voice above the Prophet or address him casually.
- Applies these commands to quiet, respectful behavior in the masjid and around discussions of the Prophet.
- Encourages saying “Sallallahu 'alaihi wasallam” after mentioning Muhammad.
- Warns that disrespectful speech can cause good deeds to lose their value.
Try this week
Lower your voice and use a respectful, formal tone in the masjid.
Avoid casual or disrespectful speech when discussing the Prophet.
Say “Sallallahu 'alaihi wasallam” after mentioning Muhammad.
Keep conversations subdued and reverent in mosque settings.
Sources the khateeb cited
Quran 49:2Used to explain lowering one's voice and avoiding casual speech toward the Prophet.
Quotes
In the khateeb's words
“Pan fyddwch yn siarad yn gyffredinol â'i gilydd, dylai eich ton fod yn llawer llai na'r ton y byddwch yn siarad â'ch mab, eich gilydd, eich ffrind, eich cwmni, eich rhieni.”
“Ond y dylid arall yw y byddwn ni'n deall y gair "Mohammad" yn ei ddweud "Sallallahu 'alaihi wasallam".”
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