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GratitudeFrom the masjid's own video, Mar 18, 2026.

Let fear and gratitude move you to tears

North York Muslim · Abu Ilyas

“The true believers are only those whose hearts tremble at the remembrance of Allah.”

The khateeb, at 9:12

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In one sentence

Believers should cultivate both fear of Allah and gratitude for His blessings through Quran reflection, prayer, repentance, and sincere tears during Ramadan.

The khutbah in 5 steps

  1. The khutbah opens by urging listeners to use the remaining days of Ramadan well.
  2. Imam Abu Hanifa’s intense night prayer illustrates fear of judgment and hope for Allah’s mercy.
  3. Quranic descriptions of believers connect trembling hearts, growing faith, trust, and reflection.
  4. The Prophet’s tearful night prayer illustrates gratitude despite forgiveness of past and future sins.
  5. The speaker urges listeners to reflect during Taraweeh and Quran reading, seek forgiveness, and shed tears before Ramadan ends.
Try this week
Use the remaining nights of Ramadan for Qiyam, Taraweeh, or Tahajjud.
Read whatever portion of the Quran you can and reflect on its meaning.
Remember past disobedience, ask Allah for forgiveness, and seek protection from Hellfire.
Aim to experience sincere tears of fear and gratitude, even if only two drops.
Sources the khateeb cited
Surah 54The verse about the Hour being an appointed, grievous, and bitter time illustrates fear of judgment.
Surah 3The verses about remembering Allah and reflecting on creation illustrate gratitude and thoughtful worship.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“The true believers, the true believers are only those whose hearts tremble at the remembrance of Allah. whose faith increases when His revelations are recited to them. and who put their trust in their Lord.”
North York Muslim · Toronto
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“One who weeps out of fear. Now khashya is not just fear, it's actually both fear and gratitude.”
North York Muslim · Toronto
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For the dinner table

The khutbah teaches that a believer’s relationship with Allah includes both fear and gratitude. Abu Hanifa’s tears represented fear of judgment, while the Prophet’s tears represented gratitude for Allah’s blessings. During the remaining days of Ramadan, we should read and reflect on the Quran, remember our mistakes, and ask Allah for forgiveness. Even a small, sincere response of tears can remind us to seek Allah’s mercy and protection.

  1. What is one blessing you could thank Allah for tonight?
  2. Which Quran passage helps you think more deeply about Allah?
  3. What is one small worship goal you can complete before Ramadan ends?
Where it was given

The masjid

North York Muslim AssociationConcourse level, C37 - 5150 Yonge Street, North York, ONJumu'ah "First Jummah", "Athan" "1:30 PM"; "Iqamah" "1:55 PM". "Second Jummah", "Athan" "2:30 PM"; "Iqamah" "2:55 PM".KhateebAbu IlyasMore khutbahsArchiveAll khutbahs at North York Muslim8 khutbahs
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