Friday Sermons (Khutbahs)

This is Moosaa Richardson's khutbah delivered Monday afternoon, the 28th of Thul-Qa'dah, 1438 (Aug 21, 2017), after the total solar eclipse that was visible in Pittsburgh and all across North America. Recorded at al-Masjid al-Awwal in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (USA) on 1438.11.28.

Moosaa Richardson delivers this Friday sermon reminding us of the virtues of the sacred months, especially the month of Thul-Hijjah and its first ten days. He also explains matters related to eclipse prayers and denounces the recent terror attacks in Barcelona, Spain. This khutbah was recorded at al-Masjid al-Awwal in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (USA) on 1438.11.25. (August 18, 2017)

Salaah Brooks delivers this important reminder about the meaning of true repentance in Islam, its conditions and manners. Recorded at al-Masjid al-Awwal in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (USA) on 1438.11.03. Reviewed by Moosaa Richardson.

Moosaa Richardson reminds us one of the most dangerous facets of hypocritical behavior: the two-faced double-life of a hypocrite. Allaah says (what means): "And when they meet with the people who believe, they say: 'We (also) believe.' Yet when they seclude themselves among their shayaateen (devils), they say: 'We are really with you, and we were only making a mockery of them (the believers).'" [2...

Salaah Brooks relays some much-needed reminders from the hadeeth, "The Muslim is a Mirror to another Muslim," from the words of the great scholar, Shaykh Saalih al-Fowzaan (may Allaah preserve him). Recorded at al-Masjid al-Awwal in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (USA) on 1438.10.27. Reviewed and approved by Moosaa Richardson.

Moosaa Richardson delivers this Friday khutbah on the topic of the social nature of people and how Islam requires interactions on a community level. Solutions to problems like isolation and disunity are offered. This Friday sermon was delivered at al-Masjid al-Awwal in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (USA) on 1438.11.11.

Moosaa Richardson draws important lessons from the great advice of the famous imaam, Muhammad ibn Idrees ash-Shaafi'ee [d.204] (may Allaah have Mercy on him). These were his words of advice to his top student, Ismaa'eel ibn Yahyaa al-Muzanee, shortly before his death. This Friday sermon was recorded at Masjid al-Furqaan in Toronto, Ontario (Canada) on 1438.11.04.

In this Friday khutbah, Moosaa Richardson highlights the benefits from seven Verses of Soorah Luqmaan wherein Luqmaan the Wise admonishes his young son to worship Allaah alone and avoid polytheism, be dutiful to his parents, establish the prayer, enjoin good, forbid evil, be patient, and to carry himself humbly in speech and action. Recorded at al-Masjid al-Awwal in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (USA)...

Moosaa Richardson delivers this Friday sermon on the topic of the need to supplicate to Allaah more often and more diligently. Recorded at al-Masjid al-Awwal in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (USA) on 1438.10.13.

Salaah Brooks delivers the 'Eed khutbah following the prayer of 'Eed al-Fitr 1438. Recorded at al-Masjid al-Awwal in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (USA) on 1438.10.01.

Moosaa Richardson reminds us of the neglected Sunnah of reading Soorah Qaaf as the Friday sermon, and then reads all 45 Verses of the amazing Soorah, with translation and occasional points of benefit about the meanings of some of the Verses. This Friday khutbah was recorded at al-Masjid al-Awwal in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (USA) on 1438.10.06.

Our guest speaker, Ustadh Umar Quinn (may Allaah reward him), delivers this final Ramadhaan khutbah, reminding us of the importance of sealing off the blessed month with istighfaar, begging Allaah for Forgiveness. Recorded at al-Masjid al-Awwal in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (USA) on 1438.09.28.

Moosaa Richardson reminds us of the great significance of Laylat al-Qadr, and that it can be found in the last ten nights of Ramadhaan, in the odd nights. He provides three practical ways to seek it out: [1] a general approach, [2] a specific supplication, and [3] generosity with one's wealth. This Friday sermon was recorded at al-Masjid al-Awwal in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (USA) on 1438.09.21.

Moosaa Richardson reminds us about how the Prophet (may Allaah raise his rank and grant him peace) made 'tilaawah' (reading/implementation) of the Quran in his night prayers. He would pause at Verses of Mercy, begging his Lord for Mercy. He would pause at Verses of Punishment, seeking refuge with Allaah from it. He would supplicate with its supplications. All of this with a careful, deliberate rec...

Salaah Brooks delivers this Ramadhaan 1438 khutbah, reminding the Muslims to repent earnestly and reap the great opportunity of this amazing season. This Friday sermon was recorded at al-Masjid al-Awwal in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (USA) on 1438.09.07. Reviewed and approved by Moosaa Richardson.

Moosaa Richardson begins this reminder with a reading of the Verses about fasting in Ramadhaan from Soorah al-Baqarah (183-187). He then admonishes us to work to develop our taqwaa and shun going to extremes in the Religion this Ramadhaan. This khutbah was recorded at al-Masjid al-Awwal in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (USA) on 1438.08.29.

Moosaa Richardson delivers this series of reminders about our great need for the return of the month of Ramadhaan, and the renewal of our practice of Islaam by way of it. Recorded at al-Masjid al-Awwal in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (USA) on 1438.08.22. Note from Ustaadh Moosaa: This khutbah was inspired by the famous "We Need a Ramadhaan" speech of our respected elder, Abu Uwais, may Allaah have Mer...

Salaah Brooks delivers this Friday khutbah on the topic of financial duties and responsibilities upon the Muslims in general, and as the month of Ramadhaan approaches specifically. Moosaa Richardson reviewed and approved of the khutbah. An additional reminder from him is included at the end of the recording as well. Recorded at al-Masjid al-Awwal in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (USA) on 1438.08.15.

Moosaa Richardson delivers this Friday khutbah about some of the effects of sinful behavior, leading into an amazing 10-part Prophetic supplication, a gem to be learned and used. This sermon was delivered at al-Masjid al-Awwal in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (USA) on 1438.08.08.

Salaah Brooks delivers this Friday khutbah full of important reminders about the obligation of keeping family ties. Excuses are cut off and false arguments are exposed, in a way that helps Muslims realize the reality of this oft-neglected duty. Included at the end is a few additional warnings about common violations on this topic from Moosaa Richardson (who reviewed and approved this khutbah). Rec...

Moosaa Richardson delivers this Friday khutbah at the start of Sha'baan 1438. He reminds us of the importance of optional acts of worship, especially fasting in the month of Sha'baan, before the entrance of Ramadhaan. Recorded at al-Masjid al-Awwal in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (USA) on 1438.08.01.

In this Friday khutbah, Moosaa Richardson reminds us of a divine methodology for attaining and maximizing true gratitude to our Lord and Creator. Recorded at al-Masjid al-Awwal in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (USA) on 1438.07.17.

Salaah Brooks delivers this important basic reminder, that while every Muslim claims to love Allaah, who are the ones who actually validate that claim? He reminds us of the Quranic Verse called "Aayat al-Imtihaan", the Verse of the Test, which sorts out truthful claims from mere lip service. This Friday khutbah was delivered at al-Masjid al-Awwal in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (USA) on 1438.03.03, an...

Moosaa Richardson delivers this Friday sermon from the minbar of al-Masjid al-Awwal (the First Muslim Mosque) of Pittsburgh, drawing from the lessons in personal refinement found in the opening Verses of Soorah al-Mu'minoon (a translation of which follows): In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, Ever the Merciful. 1. Successful are the believers. 2. Those who are devoutly focused in their prayer...

Aboo 'Abdil-Fattaah Salaah Brooks delivers this Friday khutbah, reminding us of the foundational prohibition of dishonesty, and how joking and light-hearted pranks are not exempted. Recorded at al-Masjid al-Awwal in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (USA) on 1438.07.03. Reviewed and approved by Moosaa Richardson.