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Qur'an & tafsirFrom the masjid's own video, Feb 3, 2026.

Musa teaches how to face tyranny

IIT · Ahmed Umarji

“Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala relates these stories to us, not for mere transfer of historical information, but rather for us to derive the benefits from it.”

The khateeb, at 2:19

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In one sentence

The story of Musa's encounter with Fir'aun teaches that Allah is the true Sustainer and Guide, so believers should confront arrogance with courage, wisdom, kindness, humility about knowledge, and gratitude for blessings.

The khutbah in 5 steps

  1. Qur'anic stories are meant to provide guidance, not merely historical information.
  2. Musa and Harun are sent to Fir'aun with signs, remembrance, kindness, and a message to release Banu Israel.
  3. Allah reassures them of His presence as they face tyranny.
  4. Musa identifies Allah as the Creator, Sustainer, Provider, and Guide of all creation.
  5. Signs in creation and countless blessings call people to recognize Allah and practice gratitude.
Try this week
Maintain regular remembrance of Allah, especially when undertaking difficult or principled work.
Use kind, wise, and respectful words when teaching or correcting others.
Answer within the limits of your knowledge and acknowledge when Allah alone knows something.
Reflect regularly on your blessings and express gratitude for them.
Sources the khateeb cited
Surah 28Recalls Fir'aun's oppression of Banu Israel and Allah's promise to change their condition.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“So we know that Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala relates these stories to us, not for mere transfer of historical information, but rather for us to derive the benefits from it.”
IIT · Torrance, CA
Play from 2:19
“Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala gave guidelines. And Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala showed every creation the optimal way for them to live and succeed.”
IIT · Torrance, CA
Play from 2:43
“Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala created every single creation in a form that is suitable for their situation and suitable for them to worship Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala.”
IIT · Torrance, CA
Play from 12:02
Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

Today's khutbah continued the story of Musa and his conversation with Fir'aun. Musa showed courage and wisdom, while Allah taught him to speak kindly and trust in divine support. The sermon reminded us that Allah created everything, provided what each creation needs, and gave guidance for how to live. We should be humble about what we know, avoid letting desires block obedience, and notice the many blessings already around us. This week, our family can practice gratitude, remembrance, and gentle speech.

  1. What blessing did you notice today that you usually overlook?
  2. How can we correct someone kindly?
  3. When is it wise to say, “I don’t know”?
Where it was given

The masjid

Islamic Institute of Torrance18103 Prairie Ave, Torrance, CA 90504Jumu'ah First khutba 12:20 PM, salat 12:40 to 12:45 PM · Second Jumu'ah 1:20 PM, salat 1:40 to 1:45 PMKhateebAhmed UmarjiMore khutbahsArchiveAll khutbahs at IIT64 khutbahs
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