Summary Sheikh Dr Ali Al-Hudhaify urged Muslims in the Hajj sermon to adopt Taqwa, uphold monotheism, fulfill promises and remain patient during hardships.
MAKKAH (Dunya News) - Imam and Khateeb of Al-Masjid an-Nabawi, Sheikh Dr Ali Al-Hudhaify, delivered the Hajj sermon and urged Muslims to adopt piety, remain united, and strengthen their relationship with Allah through patience, truthfulness, and worship.
Addressing pilgrims during the Hajj sermon, Sheikh Dr Ali Al-Hudhaify said that adopting Taqwa is the hallmark of believers. He urged the faithful to fear Allah, practice righteousness, and fulfil their promises and commitments.
He stressed that no partners should be associated with Allah and that worship should only be devoted to the Almighty. He said implementing the teachings of monotheism is a defining quality of true believers and added that the hearts of the faithful soften when the verses of Allah are recited before them.
During the sermon, he stated that Prophet Muhammad is the final Messenger of Allah and Khatamun Nabiyeen. He advised Muslims not to lose patience during hardships, adding that Allah has promised great reward for those who remain patient.
He further urged believers to be thankful for the blessings granted by Allah and benefit from them responsibly, warning that nations which adopted oppression and ingratitude were deprived of divine blessings.
The Imam said that the relationship between Allah and His servants is the path to salvation and urged believers to stay connected with their Lord. He also advised pilgrims to avoid arguments and disputes during Hajj and refrain from any action that could harm Muslim unity.
Sheikh Dr Ali Al-Hudhaify further instructed Muslims to always speak the truth and avoid falsehood, innovation in religion, and backbiting. He said pilgrims would proceed to Mina after completing their stay in Arafat and urged them to perform Hajj rituals in the best possible manner.
He also encouraged pilgrims to continuously seek forgiveness, remain engaged in remembrance of Allah and worship, and establish prayers regularly, stating that Allah alone accepts supplications.
At the conclusion of the sermon, the Imam prayed for forgiveness of sins, improvement in the condition of Muslims, acceptance of good deeds, and guidance for the Muslim Ummah.
