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Death & the hereafterFrom the masjid's own video, Sep 3, 2025.

Remember death while living for Allah

Imam-a-Zamana Foundation of

“When you become Hussaini, be Hussaini for the entire year.”

The khateeb, at 36:30

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In one sentence

The khutbah argues that becoming a friend of Allah requires keeping death and the Hereafter in view while balancing worship with family care, charity, humility, and year-round obedience.

The khutbah in 7 steps

  1. Defines awliyaullah through love of Allah and trust in Him.
  2. Urges listeners to remember death and prepare for the Hereafter.
  3. Contrasts worldly wealth and wishes with lasting deeds, especially during Ramadan and Laylat al-Qadr.
  4. Calls for feeding hungry people and sharing blessings with those in need.
  5. Encourages time, affection, and positive interaction with spouses and children while resisting sinful social pressure.
  6. Warns against judging ordinary people and presents needy visitors as tests and opportunities for divine mercy.
  7. Concludes that devotion to the Ahl al-Bayt requires year-round action, service, and obedience.
Try this week
Turn part of your wealth into good deeds during your lifetime rather than relying only on a will.
During Ramadan, feed hungry people and help families who lack food.
Set aside regular time for spouses and children, including conversation, humor, outings, and family time.
Each morning, recite Surah Yasin and Ziyarat Aal Yasin, and set aside sadaqa for Imam Zaman.
Maintain Hussaini conduct and service throughout the year, not only during Muharram or Ramadan.
Advise family members against alcohol, drugs, and other prohibited gatherings, and do not attend or endorse such events.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“But think about those people that they are going home, but they don't know what they're going to eat.”
Imam-a-Zamana Foundation of · Freehold, NJ
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“Don't look low at anyone. It might be the friend of Allah, you don't know.”
Imam-a-Zamana Foundation of · Freehold, NJ
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“When you become Hussaini, be Hussaini for the entire year. Not for one month, not for two months.”
Imam-a-Zamana Foundation of · Freehold, NJ
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Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

The khateeb described the friends of Allah as people who trust Him, love others for His sake, and remember to prepare for the hereafter. He encouraged us to do good while we are alive, especially by helping people who do not have enough food. Earning a living and caring for our families matter, but chasing money should not crowd out generosity or happy time together. He reminded us to treat people with respect because we cannot know who may be close to Allah. He also urged us to put pleasing Allah first and carry the lessons of Ramadan and Imam Hussain into the whole year.

  1. What would you enjoy doing together that gives us time to talk and laugh?
  2. How could we help someone feel welcome who is usually overlooked?
Where it was given

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