0:52 We don't want a part…18:29 We should hear The…
Civic engagementFrom the masjid's own video, Aug 16, 2025.

Islam calls us to oppose injustice

As Sabur

“We want your entire life to have peace and balance.”

The khateeb, at 0:52

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The khutbah in 5 steps

  1. Frames the Muslim greeting as a prayer for complete peace and balance.
  2. Presents Las Vegas Muslims as a faithful, healing presence in a difficult environment.
  3. Connects Islamic principles of freedom, justice, and equality to civic responsibility and opposition to racism.
  4. Explains the importance of understanding African American Muslim history and people’s circumstances.
  5. Calls listeners to study, pray together, educate others, and advocate through daily action.
Try this week
Study the life and history of Muhammad the Prophet.
Learn the histories and conditions of one’s own community and other communities.
Get involved when witnessing unjust behavior.
Educate oneself and others about the Prophet’s example and current issues.
Pray and build relationships through communal participation.
Advocate for freedom, justice, and equality through daily behavior.
Sources the khateeb cited
Quran 4:135Used to require believers to stand firmly for justice and respond to injustice.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“We don't want a part of you to be peaceful We don't want just a piece of your life to have balance We want your entire life to have peace and balance”
As Sabur · Las Vegas, NV
Play from 0:52
“We should hear The best And obey The best And be The best Together As one”
As Sabur · Las Vegas, NV
Play from 18:29
Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

The khutbah reminded us that the Muslim greeting asks for peace and balance for our whole lives, not just one part. It taught that freedom is more than escaping oppression; it includes justice for everyone, and Muslims should speak up when they see unfairness. The speaker encouraged us to learn the Prophet Muhammad’s life and the histories and wounds of our communities, especially the experiences that shaped American Muslims. He also reminded us that prayer and brotherhood strengthen one another, so our faith should show up in daily behavior, education, and service. We can carry this message forward by studying, standing with people facing injustice, and building loving community across differences.

  1. Where do you want more peace and balance in your life?
  2. What does justice for everyone look like in our community?
  3. What is one action we can take together this week?
Where it was given

The masjid

Masjid As Sabur711 Morgan Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89106Jumu'ah 1:00 to 2:00 PM service windowArchiveAll khutbahs at As Sabur16 khutbahs
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