How a khutbah is structured

20 July 2026

Khutbat al-hājah: praise (hamd), the declaration of faith, and salawat upon the Prophet ﷺ.
Urging taqwa before the theme is introduced.
The theme with evidence from the Quran and authentic Sunnah.
A short sitting pause, followed by the second khutbah.
Concluding du'ā for the congregation and the entire ummah.

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Translations of the meaning are approximate. For depth and rulings, return to the Quran, the authentic Sunnah and people of knowledge.

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