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Character & conductFrom the masjid's own video, Apr 18, 2026.

Follow the bee by benefiting others

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“A Muslim does not truly believe until he wants for his brother what he wants for himself.”

The khateeb, at 21:45

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The khutbah argues that Muslims should reject self-centered, fragile "spider" behavior and emulate the bee by following the Quran and Sunnah, seeking pure provision, benefiting others, sharing guidance, and offering a healing example.

The khutbah in 5 steps

  1. Opens with divided families, self-interest, divorce, and the spider analogy.
  2. Argues that fragile spider-web shelters represent life without Allah and that moral concern must transcend personal economic interests.
  3. Applies the bee's purity and gentleness to seeking provision and avoiding pressure on others.
  4. Uses the bee's dance to teach sharing blessings and wanting good for fellow believers.
  5. Concludes by urging adherence to the Quran and Sunnah and spreading their healing guidance.
Try this week
Seek pure and excellent provision rather than settling for what is impure.
Give back more than you take from spouses, friends, coworkers, and community members.
Avoid putting excessive pressure on others, especially those close to you.
Share beneficial opportunities and guidance instead of treating provision as a competition.
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In the khateeb's words

“The Muslim always stands against evil Whether or not it's in his own interest Whether or not it affects his own bank account”
ICI · Irving, TX
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“Because a Muslim does not truly believe until He wants for his brother What he wants for himself”
ICI · Irving, TX
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Islamic Center of Irving2555 N Esters Rd, Irving, TX 75062Jumu'ah First khutbah 2:00 PM, salah 2:25 PM · second khutbah 3:15 PM, salah 3:40 PMArchiveAll khutbahs at ICI95 khutbahs
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