Friday Khutba: 2010 - 2012

The Tragedy of Haiti
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: January 15th, 2010
Time: 24 minutes 1 second

Why does God allow natural disasters? Dr. Hathout discusses the lessons we should learn from natural disasters and how we are all susceptible to the end of life.

Reorientation of Mass Education
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: February 5th, 2010
Time: 21 minutes 30 seconds

If the Quran does not advocate vengeance, what has caused Muslims to behave differently? How do we teach moderation and avoid extremism? Dr. Hathout takes at the current Islamic education in the Muslim world and discusses how it can have a great impact on the culture of the people.

A Successful Community
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: March 5th, 2010
Time: 21 minutes 32 seconds

Dr. Hathout outlines the three levels of a successful community:

  • Individual
  • Family
  • Community

Piracy at the High Seas
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: June 4th, 0201
Time: 25 minutes 10 seconds

Dr. Hathout discusses the reactions of the Flotilla incident and the blockade of Gaza. What are the steps we can take to prevent injustice?

The Relevance of Islam
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: July 9th, 2010
Time: 23 minutes 49 seconds

It is important that we be aware of the changing times in order to be relevant. What makes us Muslim? What are the obstacles we face? Dr. Hathout discusses deity, the messengers, and scripture.

Overcoming Current Challenges
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: August 27th, 2010
Time: 23 minutes 2 seconds

Dr. Hathout reviews some hostile issues the Muslim community is currently facing:

  • The mosque at ground zero
  • Eid on 9/11
  • Burning the Quran

Lessons from Ramadan
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: September 3rd, 2010
Time: 25 minutes 59 seconds

How do we communicate the truth about Islam? Dr. Hathout discusses how the majority of Americans who fear Islam are just victims of the hate mongers who are trying to make Muslims irrelevant and how it is our responsibility to communicate the truth.

Opportunities
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: October 1st, 2010
Time: 27 minutes 10 seconds

Discussed are the many opportunities Muslims have to reach Non Muslims who are curious about Islam.

Our Unit, Our Family
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: November 5th, 2010
Time: 29 minutes 7 seconds

Dr. Hathout discusses the family unit, which he describes as the heart of every community.

Taking Care of Our Institutions
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: December 3rd, 2010
Time: 26 minutes 52 seconds

Discussed are the three groups that make a professional and efficient institution:

  • Members
  • Leadership
  • Receivers of services

Forward to Quran
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: January 7th, 2011
Time: 25 minutes 29 seconds

Do we practice the Quran in our lives or just read it as a ritual? Dr. Hathout discusses how the Quran is accessible to all people without the need for a clergy.

Pharaoh and Pharaohism
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: February 4th, 2011
Time: 30 minutes 58 seconds

What does the Quran tell us about tyranny and freedom? Dr. Hathout discusses the story of Prophet Moses (PBUH) and Pharaoh vs. the current Egyptian Revolution. What are the similarities and what can we learn from both events?

What Makes Us an Ummah?
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: February 25th, 2011
Time: 28 minutes 24 seconds

Dr. Hathout outlines the six requirements for a successful ummah. Also, what issues should our ummah be concerned about? Discussed are the current events in Palestine, Egypt, Tunis, Yemen, and Libya.

Choices at the Turning Point
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: March 4th, 2011
Time: 19 minutes 51 seconds

Dr. Hathout examines some factors in the current turmoil in the Middle East. What does the Quran say about the masses staying silent? What factors contributed to the uprising in the Middle Eastern countries and what role did the youth play?

Congressional Hearing
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: March 11th, 2011
Time: 24 minutes 21 seconds

The Congressional hearing on “The Problem with Radicalization in the United States” is discussed.

Overcoming Anger
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: April 1st, 2011
Time: 24 minutes 40 seconds

With the rise of hate mongers siting violence against Muslims and the burning of the Quran, Dr. Hathout discusses the importance of Muslims refraining from retaliation and anger.

After Osama
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: May 6th, 2011
Time: 26 minutes 51 seconds

The factors that contributed to the Osama Bin Laden phenomenon:

  • Lack of mannerism and morality in Islamic education
  • Admiration of perceived heroes in the Muslim world
  • Imperial powers

Responsibility
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: June 3rd, 2011
Time: 29 minutes 5 seconds

Our Islamic responsibilities are to think, communicate, and be self -restrained. What are the consequences of not meeting those responsibilities?

Unguided Spending
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: July 8th, 2011
Time: 23 minutes 48 seconds

Is economic budgeting an economic issue or is it a moral issue? What factors contribute to a stable economy? Dr. Hathout discusses the role of religious institutions and their push for economic justice.

Islam in One Visit
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: August 5th, 2011
Time: 24 minutes 41 seconds

Dr. Hathout discusses the ethics taught by the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and how we should conduct ourselves during crowded events at our mosque.

The Orphan Friday
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: August 26th, 2011
Time: 23 minutes 58 seconds

One of the purposes of Ramadan is to teach us taqua (awareness of Allah). But how do we reach the highest point of belief?

Strategies Encountering Bullying
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: October 7th, 2011
Time: 28 minutes 4 seconds

Dr. Hathout discusses the challenges of bullying in our schools and where the bullying culture is developed.

Post Hajj Lessons
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: November 4th, 2011
Time: 26 minutes 59 seconds

The continuity of the Muslim ummah and the factors that contribute to its success:

  • Prayer
  • Ramadan
  • Hajj

The Pattern of Creation
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: December 16th, 2011
Time: 26 minutes 39 seconds
Circles of Oppression
Dr. Maher Hathout
Date: January 6th, 2012
Time: 27 minutes 20 seconds