Character & conductFrom the masjid's own video, Sep 26, 2026.
Follow steadfast faith through service and sacrifice
“He accepted Islam and then he was willing to die for it.”
In one sentence
Muslims should learn from Zubayr ibn al-Awwam’s steadfast faith, courageous service, sacrifice, generosity, and rejection of communal conflict.
The khutbah in 6 steps
- Introduces Zubayr as a neglected but exemplary Companion and urges Muslims to learn the Sahaba’s lives.
- Explains his lineage, orphaned upbringing, strict mother, early bravery, and conversion to Islam at fifteen.
- Describes his persecution, steadfastness, migrations, and defense of the Prophet in major battles.
- Highlights his courage at Bani Qurayza, Yarmuk, and Egypt, including his preference for service over governorship.
- Recounts his scars, generosity, withdrawal from the Battle of Jamal, and treacherous death.
- Concludes with Ali’s response, hope for reconciliation among the Companions in Paradise, and a prayer to follow their example.
Try this week
Study the lives of the Sahaba, especially Zubayr ibn al-Awwam, instead of knowing celebrities better.
Hold firmly to faith under pressure and seek to calm communal conflict rather than intensify it.
Quotes
In the khateeb's words
“What benefited him is being close to the Prophet alaihi wa sallam, along with following his deen and supporting him alaihi wa sallam.”
“He accepted Islam and then he was willing to die for it.”
“I don't want to be a governor. But I will be happy that you send me as one of the mujahideen.”
Talk about it at home
For the dinner table
Today’s khutbah introduced Zubayr ibn al-Awwam, a close relative of the Prophet and one of the ten promised Paradise. He became Muslim as a teenager, endured persecution, and stayed firm in his faith. Throughout his life he served bravely, defended the Prophet, gave generously, and chose service over office or status. Even after conflict arose among the Companions, the sermon reminds us to hope for forgiveness and reunion in Jannah. We can honor their example by learning their lives, standing firm in faith, and helping calm conflict.
- Which quality of Zubayr would you most want to develop, and why?
- What is one way our family can learn more about the Companions?
- How can we help calm disagreements instead of making them worse?
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