Family & marriageFrom the masjid's own video, Aug 18, 2026.

Marriage is an act of worship

“We get married because it's an act of worship.”

The khateeb, at 1:17

In one sentence

Marriage is a divinely commanded act of worship and a means of companionship, moral protection, and raising righteous children.

The khutbah in 6 steps

  1. Introduces a new series on marriage and Muslims in Canada.
  2. Explains marriage as part of Allah's fitrah and a source of tranquility and companionship.
  3. Presents marriage as the sunnah of the Prophet and earlier messengers.
  4. Describes marriage as worship that helps lower the gaze and protect chastity.
  5. Connects marriage with raising good children and earning lasting reward.
  6. Encourages those who can afford marriage to pursue it with trust in Allah.
Try this week
Watch the previous Islamic-finance episode on YouTube or Facebook.
Follow the upcoming series about marriage and Muslims in Canada.
If able to afford marriage, pursue it while trusting Allah's help.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“We get married because it's an act of worship, it is a ibadah. Once we do it, we generate lots of hasanat.”
Centretown Mosque · Centretown, ON
Play from 1:17
“Don't worry, Allah will help you. Allah will bless you.”
Centretown Mosque · Centretown, ON
Play from 2:00
Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

The khateeb reminded us that marriage is encouraged by Allah and is part of the way He created human beings. A good marriage can bring tranquility, peace, help, and companionship. Marriage also follows the example of the Prophet and the messengers before him. When approached sincerely, it is an act of worship that helps Muslims protect themselves and earn rewards from Allah. The khateeb encouraged young Muslims who are ready and able to pursue marriage with trust that Allah will help and bless them.

  1. What qualities would help someone bring peace and kindness into a marriage?
  2. How can a family make it easier for young people to talk responsibly about marriage?
  3. What does it mean to treat family life as an act of worship?