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Khutbahs & articles

Friday khutbahs and community writing, turned into articles you can read in minutes — with the recording linked when there is one.

Do Something! Give Your Time to Your Community

Faizan-e-Islam Mosque (Corbett Rd)

After sleep, work, commuting and family, the average person still has around 7 spare hours a week, and most of it goes to the phone. This khutbah challenges every Muslim to give just 2 of those hours to the community: your car, your IT skills, your fitness, whatever you are expert in, as an ongoing sadaqah jariyah.

The First Ten Days of Dhul-Hijjah: The Best Days of the Year

Muslimnet UK

Why are the first ten days of Dhul-Hijjah considered the best days of the year? Learn about their significance, recommended acts of worship, and how to maximize your rewards before Eid al-Adha.

Isra and Mi'raj: The Miraculous Night Journey of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ

Muslimnet UK

Discover the story of Isra and Mi'raj (The Night Journey), when Prophet Muhammad ﷺ traveled from Makkah to Jerusalem and ascended to the Heavens. Learn about the gift of Salah and the significance of Al-Aqsa.

Mawlid al-Nabi: Celebrating the Legacy of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ

Muslimnet UK

Explore the significance of Mawlid al-Nabi (the birth of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ). Learn about its history, the traditions of sending Salawat, and how Muslims in the UK honor his life and legacy.

The White Days (Ayyam al-Bid): A Guide to Monthly Spiritual Renewal

Muslimnet UK

Discover the significance of fasting the 'White Days' (Ayyam al-Bid) - the 13th, 14th, and 15th of each Islamic month. Learn about the rewards, scientific benefits, and how to start this beautiful Sunnah.

The Islamic Lunar Calendar: Your Daily Guide to Spiritual Growth

Muslimnet UK

Discover the Islamic lunar calendar and learn which days are significant for fasting, charity, and worship throughout the year.

Your Complete Guide to Muslimnet's Islamic Tools

Muslimnet UK

Discover how Muslimnet's Quran Reading Planner, 99 Names of Allah app, and Islamic calendar work together to support your daily spiritual life.

Learning the 99 Names of Allah: A Spiritual Journey

Muslimnet UK

Discover the significance of Allah's 99 beautiful names (Asmaul Husna) and how learning them deepens your connection to Islam.

The Day of Arafah: The Best Day of the Year

Muslimnet UK

Discover why the Day of Arafah (9th Dhul Hijjah) is considered the best day of the year in Islam, the immense rewards of fasting, and how UK Muslims observe this blessed day.

Laylatul Qadr: The Night of Power and How to Seek It

Muslimnet UK

Learn about Laylatul Qadr (The Night of Power), the greatest night in Islam, when and how to seek it during Ramadan, and the special acts of worship recommended for UK Muslims.

The Day of Ashura: The 10th of Muharram and Its Significance

Muslimnet UK

Discover the profound significance of the Day of Ashura (10th Muharram) in Islam, including recommended fasting practices, historical events, and how UK Muslims observe this sacred day.

The Connection Between Mosques and Halal Food

Muslimnet UK

A practical guide to finding genuinely halal food in the UK — what certification means, HMC vs HFA, supermarket shopping, reading labels, eating out, and tips for smaller towns.

Zakat & Charity: How UK Mosques Help Locals

Muslimnet UK

A practical guide to Zakat for UK Muslims — how it differs from Sadaqah, what counts as zakatable wealth, when to pay, Gift Aid rules, and how Muslim giving supports local communities.

Hidden Gems: Islamic Architecture in Britain

Muslimnet UK

From Victorian Woking to Cambridge's timber eco-mosque — the features of Islamic architecture explained, and the most striking mosques to see in the UK.

Experiencing Ramadan in the United Kingdom

Muslimnet UK

A practical guide to Ramadan in the UK — long summer and short winter fasts, moonsighting differences, workplace tips, suhoor and iftar planning, children, taraweeh, and Eid.

The Evolution of Women's Spaces in UK Mosques

Muslimnet UK

How women's facilities in UK mosques have evolved, what to check before you visit, and how communities are building genuinely inclusive spaces.

Why Friday Prayer (Jumu'ah) Matters

Muslimnet UK

The spiritual and social significance of Jumu'ah — who it is obligatory for, navigating UK work schedules, khutbah etiquette, multiple prayer times, and what to do when travelling.

Visiting a Mosque: A Guide for Everyone

Muslimnet UK

A friendly, practical guide to mosque etiquette in the UK — dress, wudu, prayer-hall conduct, Jumu'ah, children, and what non-Muslim visitors should know.

The History of the First Mosque in the UK

Muslimnet UK

From Abdullah Quilliam's Liverpool Muslim Institute to the Shah Jahan Mosque in Woking, the Fazl Mosque, East London Mosque and Regent's Park — how Britain's first mosques were founded and how they grew into today's communities.

Why We All Search 'Mosque Near Me' (And How to Find One Fast)

Muslimnet UK

How to find a mosque near you anywhere in the UK — what Google Maps gets wrong, what to check before you set off, and how to make Jumu'ah on time.

Sadaqah Jariyah: The Passive Multiplier Reward for Helping Your Community

Muslimnet UK

Learn how contributing mosque data is a form of Sadaqah Jariyah—an ongoing charity that multiplies your reward every time someone benefits.