1:25 Knowledge, it's power…26:07 The whole trip of Hajj…36:30 Even if you live right…44:58 Missing a rukun cannot…
Hajj, Umrah & EidFrom the masjid's own video, May 8, 2026.

Learn Hajj before you go

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“The whole trip of Hajj has one great meaning which is the trip of submission.”

The khateeb, at 26:07

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In one sentence

Learning the rules and meanings of Hajj is itself worship and prepares pilgrims to undertake the journey with correct intention, submission, and practical readiness.

The khutbah in 6 steps

  1. Argues that learning fiqh is worship even before a person practices the relevant rules.
  2. Defines Hajj, its timing, miqat boundaries, and the role of intention.
  3. Explains tamattu', qiran, and ifrad, advising pilgrims and couples to choose deliberately.
  4. Covers ihram preparation, restrictions, grooming, and the symbolism of submission.
  5. Distinguishes Hajj pillars from wajib acts and explains the consequences of missing each.
  6. Urges physical, spiritual, financial, and logistical preparation before traveling.
Try this week
Learn the relevant fiqh before the pilgrimage, even before the rules become immediately applicable.
Study one of tamattu', qiran, or ifrad and choose according to your circumstances; couples should coordinate their choice.
Prepare physically by walking at least one hour daily.
Write a wasiyyah, appoint two witnesses, and keep it accessible, especially if you have minor children.
Ask forgiveness from people you have wronged and resolve due debts or obtain permission before traveling.
Make the actual Hajj intention at the miqat and observe the restrictions of ihram.
If capable, consider performing Umrah first to become familiar with the pilgrimage setting.
Quotes

In the khateeb's words

“Knowledge, it's power and it's reward. So it's very important that you learn about your deen regardless the practice.”
London Muslim Mosque · London, ON
Play from 1:25
“The whole trip of Hajj has one great meaning which is The trip of submission.”
London Muslim Mosque · London, ON
Play from 26:07
“Even if you live right to the haram, I'm telling you, you are going to be tired.”
London Muslim Mosque · London, ON
Play from 36:30
“Missing a rukun cannot be compensated at all. Missing a wajib, it can be.”
London Muslim Mosque · London, ON
Play from 44:58
Talk about it at home

For the dinner table

The khateeb taught that learning about Hajj and the rules of Islam is itself an act of worship, even before we are ready to practice them. Hajj is a journey of submission, so pilgrims should follow its rites carefully and approach them with humility. Preparation includes studying the type of Hajj being performed, building physical strength, writing a will, and seeking forgiveness from people we have wronged. Debts and other obligations should also be handled responsibly before traveling. If Allah gives us the opportunity to go, we should value it and use the journey to return with stronger commitment.

  1. What does submission mean when we do not understand every reason behind a ritual?
  2. Which preparation for Hajj would be hardest for you, and why?
  3. Why is asking forgiveness important before a major act of worship?
Where it was given

The masjid

London Muslim Mosque151 Oxford St W, London, ON N6H 1S3Jumu'ah First prayer 12:00 PM · second prayer 1:15 PMArchiveAll khutbahs at London Muslim Mosque193 khutbahs
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