Ali Albarghouthi

The chapter titled al-Kahf (the Cave) in the Quran tells interesting four stories that have much to teach us about the trials and tribulations of this world. This khutbah explores these stories to try to learn from them the kinds of tests we will face in this world and the way we can overcome them.

This talk focuses on the life of Jesus and the lessons we can learn from it. You will find in this track: (1) a discussion of the background of the family of Jesus, especially his mother Mary, and the political and religious context he experienced growing up (2) the message of Jesus (3) the miracles … Continued

How can we express our love of Prophet Muhammad? Though there are many ways to express this love, not all of them are equal. This khutbah points to the superior path of expressing our love of the Prophet, one that will earn back his love and manifest his message. The khutbah also emphasizes the enduring … Continued

What are the origins of the Christmas celebration? How do they relate to Jesus Christ? What do they teach us about human tendencies and fallibilities? How can we learn from this the religious path of moderation that shuns extremism on both ends? This talk (khutbah) attempts to shed light on these important questions.

This second part of the lecture series continues where we left off with a discussion of another feature of Prophet Muhammad’s manners: his humility with family, friends, and the weak and unprivileged in society. The last part of the talk attempts to answer the question introduced in the first lecture: how can we reconcile the … Continued

One of the most distinctive features of Prophet Muhammad was his mercy. Yet many may not be aware of this quality and its centrality in Islam. This lecture explores the quality of mercy in the life of the Prophet and why it should be central in our lives today. The lecture concludes with the question: … Continued

A talk followed by a Q&A on how to maintain Iman (faith) in the modern/western context. The talk includes an explanation of the reality of iman and ways to nurture it in the face of overwhelming challenges.

What are the signs of hypocrisy? How can we detect it and find a cure for it? How can we live a life that shuns duplicity and insincerity? Here we discuss the definition of hypocrisy in Islam, its types, and focus on some manifestations of it in our lives. The talk concludes with some advice … Continued

What place does winter have in Muslim life? What does winter season offer us in terms of insights, opportunities, and benefits? This talk explains how our attitudes about winter can be re-shaped when we understand its true role in our lives and suggests some practical activities to help us come to this realization.

Who was Uways al-Qarani? What position does he hold in Islamic tradition and spirituality? This talk recounts the story of Uways, based on early and authentic sources, and discusses some of the lessons in the life of this early Muslim ascetic that we can absorb into our lives today.

This lectures discusses how our tongues can a blessing or a curse based on what we decide to do with them. The lecture emphasizes the centrality of human speech and how no reform of human life can pass without the aid of the tongue.

Khutbah on the philosophy of celebrations in Islam, discussed through the examples of Halloween and Ashura. In it, the two days are compared, their histories explored, and recommendations are made as to what should define the Islamic identity, life, and practice.

The significance and virtues of the day of Arafah and Eid al-Adha in Islam. It includes discussion of their deeper meanings and how we are to approach them

A khutbah (Muslim sermon) that discusses the importance of reminding ourselves of our own mortality to help us live better and more meaningful lives

A khutbah (Islamic speech) on how to remember Allah and maintain our piety after the month of Ramadan

How to remember Allah after the month of Ramadan and develop a strong and close relationship with Him

The virtues of the month of Sha’ban and how it can be used to prepare for the month of Ramadan

Khutbah (Muslim speech) on reassessing our worldly competitions and developing a grand project for our lives.

Lessons from the battle of Uhud and wisdom that Muslims can learn from it individually and collectively

A discussion of the life and example of imam Ahmad ibn Hanbal