Friday Sermons

Allah (swt) has gifted humans with reason, free will and a sense of responsibility, creating them with a nature that can distinguish right from wrong. Islam commands us to avoid all habits that may harm both ourselves and society.

One of the most important realities of the life Allah (swt) has blessed us with is our livelihood. From shelter to food and drink, our lives inevitably pass by earning and consuming to sustain ourselves.

Prayer is the pillar of Islam, the strongest bond between a servant and Allah (swt). While it can be performed individually, Salah takes on a deeper, communal meaning when offered in congregation.

Prayer is the pillar of Islam, the strongest bond between a servant and Allah (swt). While it can be performed individually, Salah takes on a deeper, communal meaning when offered in congregation.

The reason for our creation is servitude to Allah (swt). Among the many forms of servitude, night prayer holds a special place. Allah (swt) has praised night worship in the Qur’an and informed His Prophet and the believers of its virtue with the following verse...

In the Qur’an, Allah (swt) says: “The first of the Emigrants (Muhajirun) and the Helpers (Ansar), and those who followed them in goodness—Allah is pleased with them, and they are pleased with Him...

Allah (swt) says in the Qur’an: “O you who believe! Fear Allah and be with those who are truthful.”[1] This verse teaches us the importance of being together with the truthful and the sincere.

The Qur’an is the last divine book sent by Allah to humanity. It is the sole source of truth that remains valid until the Day of Judgment.

The word îsâr means “to prefer or prioritise someone else over oneself.” In a moral sense, it refers to a person giving what they have to their brother or sister in Islam, even when they themselves are in need, placing the benefit of others before their own.

Dear Brothers and Sisters! Faith is the compass that gives meaning to life, keeps the heart upright and directs one’s path and goal toward what is right and good. A person of faith does not lose their way during hard times; they turn towards the pleasure of Allah. A believer with faith does not incline towards oppression, commit injustice or...

Allah (swt) created humankind in a pure nature and granted them intellect, will and the freedom to choose. Thanks to these great blessings, humans have the ability to distinguish right from wrong and what is beneficial from what is harmful.

Dear Brothers and Sisters! One of the important values of our religion, Islam, is undoubtedly the concept of “ma’ruf.” Meaning good, beautiful and beneficial deeds and behaviours that are in accordance with human nature and religion, ma’ruf is among the essential purposes for which the religion was sent. Goodness, beauty and truth are valuable principles that a person must practice...