The Imam concludes the first sermon and sits down briefly on the
Utilize the brief sitting interval between the two sermons to make silent, heartfelt personal supplications. Conclusion
(pulpit). This pause is considered a "golden moment" where personal supplications (
اَلْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ نَحْمَدُهُ وَنَسْتَعِينُهُ وَنَسْتَغْفِرُهُ وَنُؤْمِنُ بِهِ وَنَتَوَكَّلُ عَلَيْهِ ، وَنَعُوذُ بِاللَّهِ مِنْ شُرُورِ أَنْفُسِنَا وَمِنْ سَيِّئَاتِ أَعْمَالِنَا ، مَنْ يَهْدِهِ اللَّهُ فَلَا مُضِلَّ لَهُ وَمَنْ يُضْلِلْهُ فَلَا هَادِيَ لَهُ ، وَنَشْهَدُ أَنْ لَا إِلٰهَ إِلَّا اللَّهُ وَحْدَهُ لَا شَرِيكَ لَهُ ، وَنَشْهَدُ أَنَّ سَيِّدَنَا وَمَوْلَانَا مُحَمَّدًا عَبْدُهُ وَرَسُولُهُ.
الحمد لله حمدًا طيّبًا مباركًا فيه، كما ينبغي لجلال وجهه وعظيم سلطانه. وأشهد أن لا إله إلا الله وحده لا شريك له، وأشهد أن محمدًا عبده ورسوله، صلوات الله وسلامه عليه وعلى آله وأصحابه أجمعين.
Then the reminder of death. The plea for forgiveness. The prayer upon the Prophet ﷺ.
In Islamic tradition, the Friday prayer ( Jumu'ah ) consists of two parts: the (the first sermon) and the Khutba Sania (the second sermon). The second sermon is typically shorter, delivered in Arabic, and focuses on sending blessings upon the Prophet Muhammad, his companions, and the Muslim community.
It descends after the pause, after the silent du’a, after the heart has been stirred by the first call.
Amma ba'du fa yaa 'ibaadallah! Rahimakumullah. Innallaha ya'muru bil-'adli wal-ihsaani wa eetaa'i dhil-qurbaa wa yanhaa 'anile-fahshaa'i wal-munkari wal-baghy. Ya'izhukum la'allakum tadhakkaruun. Udhkurullaha yadhkurkum wad'uuhu yastajib lakum wa ladhikrullahi ta'aalaa a'laa wa awlaa wa a'azzu wa ajallu wa akbar. English Translation
The sermon opens by glorifying Allah. It acknowledges His absolute oneness, mercy, and sovereignty over the universe. 2. Durood and Salawat (Blessings upon the Prophet)
You might wonder: Why does the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) legislate two sermons instead of one?
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Khutba Sania (Second Sermon) is the second of the two-part address delivered by an Imam (Khatib) before the Friday (Jum'ah) prayer. It is distinct from the first sermon (Khutba Awwal), which usually focuses on a specific thematic topic, as the second sermon is generally shorter and dedicated primarily to supplications and formal reminders. Core Features of Khutba Sania
The Friday prayer (Salat al-Jumu’ah) holds a special place in the heart of a Muslim. It is a weekly congregation that brings the community together and is a source of immense spiritual reward and blessings. Central to this prayer is the sermon, or khutbah . While many are familiar with the general concept of the Friday sermon, the specific structure and content of its second part, known as the , are rich in meaning and religious significance. This article provides a complete guide to the second Friday sermon, exploring its linguistic roots, structural components, purpose, and how to conduct oneself during its delivery.