Character & conductFrom the masjid's own video, Jun 13, 2026.
The best people benefit others
“The best of people are those who are the most beneficial to other people.”
In one sentence
Following the Prophet’s example means making ourselves beneficial to anyone in distress, even when helping them is inconvenient, risky, or unrelated to our larger priorities.
The khutbah in 5 steps
- Introduces the hadith that the best people benefit others most.
- Recounts a Bedouin camel seller being cheated by Abu Jahl and denied help.
- Shows the Prophet immediately accompanying the stranger despite immense responsibilities and danger.
- Explains that prophetic help was not conditional on faith, tribe, or personal benefit.
- Calls Muslims to inherit the Prophet’s selfless concern for anyone who is suffering.
Try this week
Look for ways to be helpful and beneficial to other people.
When someone is distressed or suffering, ask what you can do and act within your capacity.
Help people without first judging their faith, tribe, usefulness, or connection to you.
Quotes
In the khateeb's words
“that the best of people are those who are the most beneficial to other people.”
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