9:59 So either you say, "I…13:10 No, Islam is complete.…34:49 We are not meant to…
Seeking knowledgeFrom the masjid's own video, May 1, 2026.

Follow the Quran and Sunnah, not invention

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“We are not meant to invent in our deen.”

The khateeb, at 34:49

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In one sentence

The khutbah teaches that sound Islam requires faithful adherence to Allah, the Qur'an, and the Prophet's Sunnah in belief, speech, and action, while rejecting shirk, innovation, doubtful practices, and blind following.

The khutbah in 7 steps

  1. Distinguishes Sunnah actions around the Kaaba from impermissible tabarruk and shirk.
  2. Explains beliefs about other religions and the superiority of the Prophet's guidance and law.
  3. Defines iman as belief in the heart, speech of the tongue, and bodily action.
  4. Addresses intrusive doubts and recommends seeking refuge, reliable answers, and stronger worship.
  5. Defends the authority and completeness of the Qur'an and Sunnah against Quran-only approaches.
  6. Warns against tawaghut, charms, fabricated spiritual claims, and invented forms of dhikr.
  7. Urges avoiding doubtful matters and building foundational Islamic education through qualified teachers and curricula.
Try this week
Ask questions and learn religious practice instead of relying only on observation.
When intrusive doubts arise, seek refuge from Shaytan and stop ruminating, or ask a qualified person.
Strengthen iman through Sunnah practices, voluntary prayer, charity, Quran, and beneficial lectures.
Avoid doubtful matters, fabricated charms, unsourced formulas, and practices unsupported by the Qur'an and Sunnah.
Find qualified teachers and age-appropriate curricula for aqidah, fiqh, seerah, hadith, and Quran.
Sources the khateeb cited
Surah 5Used to argue that Allah's revealed judgment must be accepted and submitted to.
Sahih MuslimUsed for the teaching that the best speech is Allah's Book and the best guidance is the Prophet's path.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“So either you say, "I seek refuge with the devil, the accursed one" and stop it, or if really that question is eating you, find somebody to answer it, if it's answerable.”
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“No, Islam is complete. It's very clear. All you have to do is believe and follow.”
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“We are not meant to invent in our deen. Our deen, as we said in the beginning, is very clear. The path is very clear. Follow it.”
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Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

The khutbah reminded us that Islam should be learned from the Qur'an and the Prophet's Sunnah, not merely copied from what we see around us. Faith involves the heart, what we say, and how we act. When troubling doubts come, we can seek Allah's protection, avoid overthinking, and ask trustworthy teachers for answers. We should avoid doubtful or invented religious practices and focus on worship that has sound foundations. Families and communities should help children and adults learn Islam through qualified teachers and clear, age-appropriate lessons.

  1. What is one Islamic practice you would like to understand better instead of simply copying?
  2. What helps you refocus when distracting thoughts appear during prayer?
  3. Which basic Islamic subject would you most like to learn as a family?
Where it was given

The masjid

Jamaica Muslim Center85-37 168th St, Jamaica, NY 11432Jumu'ah Two sessions · 1:15 PM & 2:15 PMArchiveAll khutbahs at JMC12 khutbahs
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