Friday Khutba: 2002 - 2006

The Trial to Isolate Islam and Muslims
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: July 12th, 2002
Time: 22 minutes 42 seconds

What strategies are used to keep Muslims out of the political process? What are our concerns? Dr. Hathout shows how these tactics are not new. Examples of these attacks from the life of the Propher Muhammad are discussed.

The Foundation of the American Muslim Identity
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: August 16th, 2002
Time: 21 minutes 43 seconds

The three factors we must not lose to survive as a Muslim community: faith, direction, and drive. Also discussed, the difference between good and bad organizations.

Dynamism in the Quran
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: August 30th, 2002
Time: 24 minutes 14 seconds

Human nature demands immediate results and when results are not received, we are vulnerable to despair. Discussed is the importance of patience during difficult times.

The Gift of Memory
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: September 6th, 2002
Time: 24 minutes 9 seconds

How do we analyze the impact of 9/11 and the tactics used by those who want to destroy Islam? Focusing on the three main strategies used by Islamophobes: spreading lies, Muslims as suspects, and attacking the foundations of Islam.

Clear Concise Talk
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: September 27th, 2002
Time: 18 minutes 54 seconds

The three major issues affecting Muslims after 9/11. What is our response?

  • The increasing number of detainees and deported Muslims
  • The violation of laws in Palestine
  • The call for war in Iraq

Dealing with a Sense of Danger
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: October 4th, 2002
Time: 23 minutes 26 seconds

Loss of faith after 9/11 and the impact of the “axis of evil”: Jerry Falwell, Frank Graham, and Pat Robertson. Aslo, the importance of knowing who and what our U.S. representatives serve.

How to Pass the Test
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: October 18th, 2002
Time: 22 minutes 31 seconds

How to stay perserverant and not feel defeated with world events.

Post Ramadan Priorities
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: December 13th, 2002
Time: 23 minutes 59 seconds

How do we handle natural and man-made disasters? What does it mean to be tested by God? Dr. Hathout discusses how blaming God is the wrong reaction and our responsibility as viceregents on earth.

Discrimination
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: December 20th, 2002
Time: 21 minutes 28 seconds

Dr. Hathout reviews the many forms of discrimination against Muslims in America and the similarities between the current form of government and a dictatorship.

Times of Concern
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: December 27th, 2002
Time: 21 minutes 5 seconds

Discussed are two major concerns of our community: our position in the US as established citizens and attacks on Islam by those who know very little about it.

The Quran Road Map
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: February 7th, 2003
Time: 18 minutes 42 seconds

Respecting our rights and the rights of others. Dr. Hathout reviews Sura 11, Verses 113-115.

God as the Only Source
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: February 21st, 2003
Time: 22 minutes 15 seconds

What are the factors that stand between us and God? A close look at:

  • Fear other than fear of God.
  • Despair: Losing trust in God.
  • Hardening of the heart: Loss of compassion

Critical Times for Muslims and Our Nation
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: March 7th, 2003
Time: 20 minutes 53 seconds

The dangers facing American Muslims: confusion over Middle East politics and losing our identity as American Muslims.

Our Stand
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: March 21st, 2003
Time: 17 minutes 16 seconds

Defining our stand against the Iraq war and clarifying our roles as American citizens.

Ease Within Hardship
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: April 4th, 2003
Time: 24 minutes 19 seconds

Taking a close look at the silver lining of every difficulty.

Protecting Life and Religion
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: April 11th, 2003
Time: 21 minutes 2 seconds

Dr. Hathout examines how we should take a role in society by the following actions:

  • Studying and understanding events using rational thinking
  • Forming a stand
  • Speaking out

Hope in the Midst of Darkness
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: April 18th, 2003
Time: 22 minutes 23 seconds

How do we understand the nature of the period we live in? We either have a pessimistic attitude or we have the attitude of a true believer. How do we react to being tested by God?

The Trial of 9/11
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: May 2nd, 2003
Time: 22 minutes 59 seconds

Dr. Hathout discusses how to respond to hostility using the example of the Prophet and his companions.

The Broken Map
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: May 16th, 2003
Time: 22 minutes 57 seconds

How to interact with the following types of people: people who are eager to learn about Islam, people who are full of hate, and the kind-hearted who are afraid of Islam. Also, dealing with the many different kinds of Muslims such as those who are hiding out of fear and Muslims who have left Islam.

Upholding the Law
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: October 3rd, 2003
Time: 21 minutes 51 seconds

Dr. Hathout discusses the three factors we as a community must overcome to avoid being marginalized: fear, a hardened heart, and despair.

Love and Compassion
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: October 17th, 2003
Time: 20 minutes 34 seconds

It is important to assess the strength of our faith before the month of Ramadan, as well as after. What are the criteria given to us in the Quran? Who are the true believers? Dr. Hathout reviews God consciousness, mending relations, and obeying the teaching of God and His prophets.

Ramadan in the United States
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: November 7th, 2003
Time: 22 minutes 52 seconds

From obscurity to Eid in the White House, the history of Ramadan in the United States is explored. What is the significance and where do we go from here?

Thanksgiving and Sharing
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: November 28th, 2003
Time: 23 minutes 3 seconds

What is the difference between behavior, character, and attitude? Also, the concept of thankfulness in Islam is discussed.

The Responsibilities of the Spoken Word
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: December 19th, 2003
Time: 19 minutes 56 seconds

Dr. Hathout reviews the forms of speech that can have a positive or negative effect.

The Right of Self Definition
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: January 2nd, 2004
Time: 21 minutes 21 seconds

Dr. Hathout explores the Islamic concept of freedom and discusses how it is not originally a western philosophy.

Seeing Life through the Lens of Islam
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: February 6th, 2004
Time: 22 minutes 55 seconds

Remembering Islamic taste. How does wrong behavior become normal in our society? What is our standard? Also discussed, the concept of leadership in Islam.

In the Eyes of the Storm
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: March 26th, 2004
Time: 23 minutes 38 seconds

The goals of Islam’s enemies are to mislead the public, trample the constitution, and isolate Muslims. Our goal is to attempt to deal with those who are being manipulated by the media and fear Islam, and not to deal with those who are trying to destroy it.

Islam and Our Stand
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: May 7th, 2004
Time: 24 minutes 49 seconds

The torture of Muslim prisoners by the American military is an attempt to dehumanize them. Where does the hate come from? The effects of racism and how we should react are discussed.

The Test of Life
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: May 28th, 2004
Time: 22 minutes 3 seconds

How do we handle ourselves in regard to world events? Our main goal is to protect our community and our country. The three reactions that are not acceptable: apathy, blind anger, and fear.

The Viscous Cycle of Corruption and Destruction
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: June 25th, 2004
Time: 20 minutes 56 seconds

Any reaction to injustice must be within Islamic guidelines and not with anger and violence. Are we guided by Islamic prinicples or are we using Islam to justify our actions and agendas? What is the difference between prisoners of war and hostages? Dr. Hathout discusses our reactions to world events.

Keeping the Standard
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: July 9th, 2004
Time: 20 minutes 37 seconds

What factors bring civilization down? Dr. Hathout analyzes the effects of normalizing bad behavior and the strategy used to do it.

Faith: The Only Source of Power
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: September 3rd, 2004
Time: 22 minutes 49 seconds

Dr. Hathout explores the dangers of depression. When all hope is gone, we must rely on our faith by using the Quran, the model of our Prophet, and past experiences.

Spirituality, Conduct, and Behavior
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: October 8th, 2004
Time: 20 minutes 58 seconds

The main factor that distinguishes us from other creatures is self-restraint. Our spiritual connection with God directs our conduct and self-restraint throughout life.

Lessons from Ramadan
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: November 5th, 2004
Time: 19 minutes 51 seconds

Dr. Hathout reminds us that we have an important mission and explains how to accomplish it regardless of world circumstances.

Reflections from a Visit to Egypt
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: December 17th, 2004
Time: 19 minutes 50 seconds

We are well informed on the sentiments of the American public regarding world affairs. But how well do we know the sentiments of Muslims around the world? Dr. Hathout reflects on a recent trip to Egypt and shares the opinions and frustrations of Muslims in the Middle East.

Essence of Hajj
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: January 5th, 2005
Time: 21 minutes 24 seconds

Dr. Hathout reviews the many aspects of Hajj including the concept of togetherness, monotheism, diversity, equality, and mannerism.

Reflections from the Hijra
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: February 4th, 2005
Time: 21 minutes 31 seconds

Dr. Hathout discusses the Hijra and what we should learn from it.

The Collective Will to Change
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: March 4th, 2005
Time: 19 minutes 34 seconds

The status of our Ummah needs to change through a return to the Quran. We can no longer respond to blood being spilled by numbness, denial, or conspiracy theories. Dr. Hathout reviews Quranic ruling on violence against others.

Our Responsibility
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: April 9th, 2005
Time: 20 minutes 37 seconds

Are we responsible for the deteriorating condition of Muslims around the world? How, and what do we about it? Dr. Hathout examines our responsibility at the individual and community levels by debunking common excuses given for our lack of action: conspiracy theories, victim mentality, blame game, and relegating responsibility to others.

Having Clear Directions
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: April 15th, 2005
Time: 20 minutes 29 seconds

Dr. Hathout discusses Sura 61 Verse 2 and avoiding rhetoric. The importance of doing what you say you will do.

Protecting Relationships in Our Community
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: June 3rd, 2005
Time: 22 minutes 23 seconds

What does it mean to have a cohesive community? Dr. Hathout analyzes the many factors that contribute to an effective community and how to continue to make it grow.

The Quran Defines Desecration
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: June 10th, 2005
Time: 20 minutes 27 seconds

How do we respond to those who want to burn or destroy the Quran? In response to recent events regarding those who want to desecrate the Quran, Dr. Hathout reminds us that God will protect the Quran and that it is not just paper.

Highway of Islam
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: July 1st, 2005
Time: 19 minutes 52 seconds

In order to follow the straight path of Islam, we cannot react with anger or despair to current events. Dr. Hathout discusses how understanding the issues rationally and thoroughly will lead to the correct solutions.

Main Signs on the Highway to Islam
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: July 8th, 2005
Time: 20 minutes 27 seconds

Continued from the previous week. Many Muslims have lost their way to the straight path by succumbing to hate and anger. The importance of Muslim public opinion is discussed.

Purity and Wisdom
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: July 22nd, 2005
Time: 20 minutes 42 seconds

After a bombing incident in the streets of London, Dr. Hathout emphasizes the need to protect Muslim youth from being exploited by extremists.

Fatwa Against Terrorism
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: July 29th, 2005
Time: 20 minutes 34 seconds

What is the purpose of giving a fatwa against terrorism? And, what do we do after giving the fatwa?

Katrina
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: September 2nd, 2005
Time: 19 minutes 10 seconds

Dr. Hathout explains why Muslims are required to help those in need.

Katrina and 9/11
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: September 9th, 2005
Time: 17 minutes 49 seconds

What is our duty in times of natural and man made catastrophes?

Ramadan Resolutions (Part 1)
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: October 7th, 2005
Time: 19 minutes 55 seconds

Dr. Hathout suggests that we resolve to follow the guidelines in the Quran.

Ramadan Resolutions (Part 2)
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: October 21st, 2005
Time: 17 minutes 39 seconds

A look at Ramadan over the past 30 years and how it has changed in America. Also, the importance of supporting our Islamic institutions.

Post Ramadan Reflections
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: November 4th, 2005
Time: 18 minutes 35 seconds

As Ramadan comes to a close, Dr. Hathout reflects on its purpose and also discusses the many different ways God tests us.

Dealing with Challenges
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: December 2nd, 2005
Time: 20 minutes 2 seconds

Dr. Hathout talks about the attempt to make Islam irrelevant and the feeling of despair as two of the main challenges facing Muslims today. We must study and understand these challenges in order to deal with them effectively.

Assessing Our Work
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: December 16th, 2005
Time: 21 minutes 6 seconds

Are Muslim organizations doing enough? Dr. Hathout discusses the importance of assessing our individual contributions and the purity of our hearts.

Violence and Failure
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: February 24th, 2006
Time: 20 minutes 55 seconds

Discussed today is the growing sectarian violence in Iraq and the failure of Muslims to leave the past behind.

Dealing with the Enemy
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: March 3rd, 2006
Time: 22 minutes 1 second

What and who are the enemies of Islam? What is their tactic and how are we falling into their traps? Dr. Hathout discusses how to deal with the enemies of Islam and the six types of enemies Muslims must be aware of.

Lessons from the Life of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: April 7th, 2006
Time: 21 minutes 55 seconds

Commemorating the birth of the Prophet Muhammad. How the completion of Islam happened in 3 ways: through the Quran, the messenger, and implementation of Islamic law.

The Beginning
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: May 5th, 2005
Time: 19 minutes 57 seconds

Dr. Hathout reviews 3 verses in the Quran that emphasize our responsibility to change our behavior and offers ways to implement the guidelines when coming to the mosque.

Defying Isolation
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: May 26th, 2006
Time: 24 minutes 23 seconds

Dr. Hathout discusses different tactics used by hate groups to isolate other groups, particularly Muslims, and stresses 4 factors we must focus on: the Quran, Prophet Muhammad, our community, and the enemies. Also discussed is the attempt to isolate the Prophet and his followers.

Citizens of the Universe
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: July 14th, 2006
Time: 19 minutes 57 seconds

Dr. Hathout emphasizes the importance of Muslims being concerned and involved with issues pertaining to justice and human rights for all people and not just other Muslims.

Analyzing the News through the Lens of the Quran
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: August 4th, 2006
Time: 20 minutes 42 seconds

With disheartening news fulfilling the airwaves, Dr. Hathout reviews Sura 42, Verses 40-43 to explain how Muslims are ordered to defend themselves against tyranny and oppression, rather than feeling helpless and filled with despair.

Defining Ourselves
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: August 11th, 2006
Time: 20 minutes 29 seconds

Dr. Hathout uses Sura 12, Verse 108 to show how we must define who we are and our mission, just as the Prophet Muhammad was ordered to do, to complete the mission with clarity.

Our Connection to the Mosque
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: October 20th, 2006
Time: 24 minutes 4 seconds

What do we gain from coming to the mosque? Dr. Hathout discusses the importance of giving back.

Islam and the Others
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: November 3rd, 2006
Time: 18 minutes 46 seconds

What does the Quran say about how we relate to non-Muslims? What should our relations be with our fellow American citizens? Dr. Hathout discusses the issues of misunderstanding and suspicion between Muslims and non-Muslims and how we solve the problem.

Islamophobia
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: December 1st, 2006
Time: 21 minutes 59 seconds

Dr. Hathout discusses how the documentary “Obsession” is being used to promote fear and how we should counter the attack.

Dealing with the Unexpected
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: December 15th, 2006
Time: 20 minutes 36 seconds

Human beings can make plans, but the future is out of our control. The importance of remembering that nothing will happen without God’s will.