0:41 What will make it…1:20 So we need to have…7:17 You have to be careful…7:47 You do your best to be…
Character & conductFrom the masjid's own video, Feb 3, 2026.

Good character shows the reality of Islam

Darul Uloom

“You do your best to be an honest person.”

The khateeb, at 7:47

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In one sentence

The central measure of a Muslim's faith is akhlaq, humble, honest, compassionate conduct toward people and all creation, following the Prophet's example because such character shapes both one's judgment and Islam's witness.

The khutbah in 5 steps

  1. Akhlaq makes deeds weightier on Judgment Day.
  2. Good conduct extends to Muslims, non-Muslims, parents, teachers, animals, plants, and all creation.
  3. The sermon warns of regret for rejecting the Prophet's path and following harmful friends.
  4. Examples from the Prophet's treatment of caregivers illustrate gratitude and respectful behavior.
  5. The khutbah closes with prayers for steadfast hearts and a recitation of Surah al-Fatihah.
Try this week
Practice honesty and humility.
Improve speech and behavior toward parents, teachers, Muslims, and non-Muslims.
Treat animals and other creatures compassionately.
Represent Islam through respectful conduct at school, work, and in public.
Choose friends carefully and avoid harmful influences.
Sources the khateeb cited
Surah 1Recited during the closing prayer.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“What will make it heavier on the judgment is akhlaq. Your behavior, my behavior towards Muslims, towards non-Muslims.”
Darul Uloom · Orléans, ON
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“So we need to have akhlaq. Even when you're slaughtering the sheep. The animal. You're not supposed to show the animal the knife.”
Darul Uloom · Orléans, ON
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“You have to be careful because people are watching you. People see you. and the way you behave. It's what's bring them to the reality.”
Darul Uloom · Orléans, ON
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“You do your best to be an honest person. To be humble. To show Islam. to show the reality and the real teachings of the Prophet .”
Darul Uloom · Orléans, ON
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Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

Today's khutbah reminded us that akhlaq, our character and behavior, matters deeply to Allah and will carry weight on the Day of Judgment. The khateeb called us to treat Muslims, non-Muslims, and all of Allah's creatures with care, including animals and plants. He encouraged us to follow the Prophet's example in our speech and in how we treat the people who raised and taught us. He also reminded us to choose our friends carefully and think about the consequences of our choices. By being honest and humble, we can help others see the teachings of Islam through our everyday actions.

  1. What is one kind thing you could do for an animal or plant this week?
  2. How could you thank someone who takes care of you?
  3. When is it hard to be honest, and what could help you tell the truth?
Where it was given

The masjid

Darul Uloom Ottawa2803 St Joseph Blvd, Orléans, Ottawa, ON K1C 1G6ArchiveAll khutbahs at Darul Uloom58 khutbahs
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