Main Topic
The Last Khutbah of Rasulullah (Sallallahu alayhi wasallam), the sacrifices required to establish Deen, and etiquettes of visiting Madinah Munawwarah.
Key Lessons
- Following the Incident of Kirtas, Rasulullah (Sallallahu alayhi wasallam) delivered his final sermon to the Sahaba (Radiallahu anhum) supported by Hazrat Abbas (Radiallahu anhu) and Hazrat Ali (Radiallahu anhu).
- Deen was established through immense sacrifice, including the shedding of the Mubarak blood of Rasulullah (Sallallahu alayhi wasallam) during trials like the journey to Ta'if.
- True appreciation for the Prophet's (Sallallahu alayhi wasallam) efforts requires putting his teachings into action (amal) and forsaking haram pleasures.
- Visitors to Madinah Munawwarah should conduct themselves with proper adab (etiquette) so as to be pleasing guests to Rasulullah (Sallallahu alayhi wasallam).
- Supporting local youth in pursuing Islamic sacred knowledge (ilm) ensures the continuation of Deen in the community.
Quranic/Hadith References
- Surah Al-Ahzab (33:56): "Inna Allaha wa Malaikatahu yusalluna ala al-Nabi..." — Instruction on sending Durood and Salam upon Nabi (Sallallahu alayhi wasallam).
- Hadith on Umrah: Performing Umrah during the month of Ramadan is equivalent in reward to performing Hajj in the company of Rasulullah (Sallallahu alayhi wasallam).
Practical Advice
- Show genuine love for Rasulullah (Sallallahu alayhi wasallam) by abandoning impermissible (haram) desires and reforming daily habits.
- Frequently recite Durood Sharif upon the Prophet (Sallallahu alayhi wasallam).
- Maintain pure intentions (niyyah) and reliance upon Allah when planning spiritual journeys like Umrah.
- Encourage and pray for students of Deen (Hufaz and Ulama) in the local community.
Hazrat Moulana Dawood Seedat Saheb