Character & conductFrom the masjid's own video, Sep 26, 2025.
Measure your faith by the Sahaba
“They are the direct students of the Prophet.”
The khutbah in 5 steps
- Establishes the companions as the standard for faith and practice, based on Surah al-Baqarah.
- Explains the companions’ unique status as direct students of the Prophet and examples of sacrifice.
- Introduces Abdullah bin Zubayr’s birth, naming, tahnik, and distinguished family lineage.
- Describes Abdullah’s exemplary courage, worship, and eloquence, including his exchange with Umar.
- Emphasizes his fearlessness in speaking truth and standing for Allah.
Try this week
Use the companions as a benchmark for belief and conduct.
Practice prayer, Quran recitation, fasting, and remembrance of Allah.
Speak the truth and stand up for it without fearing powerful people.
Sources the khateeb cited
Quotes
In the khateeb's words
“They offered their life, they offered their wealth, they offered everything that they had in protecting and honoring our beloved Prophet SallAllahu Alaihi Wasallam.”
“I did not commit any crime that I would have to run away from you. And the road is not so narrow that I need to step aside to make room for you.”
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