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Seeking knowledgeFrom the masjid's own video, Jun 5, 2026.

Debate with knowledge, wisdom, and respect

As-Habul Yameen · Abdul Aziz

“When truth comes, we should be able to humble ourselves to accept the truth.”

The khateeb, at 33:33

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In one sentence

Because disagreement is inevitable, Muslims should debate with knowledge, evidence, wisdom, humility, and respect while refusing falsehood without wrongdoing.

The khutbah in 6 steps

  1. Defines al-jidal, al-jadal, and mirah as evidence-based argumentation and explains debate as a natural social need.
  2. Argues that disagreements should correct injustice and uphold truth without fighting, harming, or responding to falsehood with wrongdoing.
  3. Teaches Quranic etiquette: argue in the best manner, speak only with knowledge, and use wisdom and constructive persuasion.
  4. Illustrates respectful argument through Ibrahim's debate with the king and the Prophet's conversation with a young man asking about zina.
  5. Warns that harassment and excessive argument create conflict and can lead people away from guidance.
  6. Urges humility, study of the Quran and Sunnah, and learning human psychology to communicate effectively.
Try this week
Study the Quran and Sunnah before arguing about religious matters.
Do not debate subjects about which you lack sufficient knowledge.
Use evidence, wisdom, and constructive dialogue instead of fighting, humiliation, harassment, or retaliation.
Accept the truth humbly when it becomes clear.
Learn how to understand and approach people through greater awareness of human psychology.
Sources the khateeb cited
Surah 29Used to teach arguing with the People of the Scripture in the best manner.
Surah 18Used to distinguish beneficial argument from disputes over matters without useful knowledge.
Surah 2Used to illustrate Ibrahim's evidence-based debate with the king who challenged belief in Allah.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“Bad arguments and harassment create resistance and breed conflict. As long as a person adhere to dialogue and persuasion, respect and appreciation will be his reward.”
As-Habul Yameen · East Orange, NJ
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“When truth comes, we should be able to humble ourselves to accept the truth.”
As-Habul Yameen · East Orange, NJ
Play from 33:33
Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

Today's khutbah reminded us that living together means we will sometimes disagree, and Islam teaches us how to handle those moments with care. The imam encouraged us to speak with wisdom, support our opinions with clear evidence, and avoid humiliating or hurting one another. He warned that trying to correct a wrong by doing another wrong only creates more problems. He also reminded us to learn before arguing and to be humble enough to accept the truth when we recognize it. As a family, we can practice these teachings by listening carefully, speaking respectfully, and helping each other learn.

  1. What could you say when you disagree with someone but still want them to feel respected?
  2. When you don't know enough about a topic, what could you do before joining an argument?
  3. How could we help each other feel comfortable saying, "I was wrong"?
Where it was given

The masjid

Masjid As-Habul Yameen224 N 18th St, East Orange, NJ 07017Jumu'ah 1:00 PMKhateebAbdul AzizMore khutbahsArchiveAll khutbahs at As-Habul Yameen37 khutbahs
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