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- Reminder of the importance of taqwa (God-consciousness) - Emphasis on voting in the upcoming Canadian Federal election - Voting is a moral responsibility and ensures justice and good governance - Not voting weakens the Muslim community’s voice - Supporting a candidate does not mean endorsing all their actions - Be informed through resources like the Canadian Muslim Vote - Some politicians use fear tactics to silence communities - Conservative leader’s comments about deporting protestors are concerning - Quran commands justice even towards those you dislike - Justice must be upheld regardless of personal ties or wealth - Reminder that the Qur’an is the best source of guidance - Christian world observes Good Friday, believing in inherited sin and Jesus’ crucifixion as atonement - Islam teaches every human is born pure and responsible only for their own actions - No one bears the burden of another’s sin, as affirmed in multiple Quranic verses - Story of Mahmud Kishunga discussing faith with a Christian priest Friday Juma Khutba April 18th, 2025 Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Thursday Night MajlisApril 17th 2025Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

- Emphasizing reading and interacting with the Qur’ān. - “Interacting” means engaging deeply, as shown in Sermon 193 of Imām ‘Ali (a). - Hammām asked Imām to describe the pious; Imām eventually listed 105 qualities. - The pious live with constant awareness of Allāh, Paradise, and Hell. - They recite the Qur’ān thoughtfully, moved by verses of hope and fear. - Hammām was so affected he passed away; Imām noted the power of sincere advice. - Shi‘as are commemorating Jannatul Baqi‘, the cemetery of the Prophet’s family. - Wahhabis oppose ziyārat, calling it grave worship. - Qur’ān 9:84 forbids praying at a hypocrite’s grave, implying it’s allowed for believers.Friday Juma KhutbaApril 11th, 2025Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Yaum-e-Gham 1446 AH Eve of 12th Shawwal 1446 AH Thursday April 10th 2025 - The destruction of Jannatul Baqi took place on 8 Shawwāl 1343 (2 May 1925) by the Wahhabis, targeting the graves of the Ahlul Bayt, companions, and others in Medina. - Wahhabi ideology sees respect shown at graves as shirk, failing to differentiate between worship and reverence. - If not for fear of global backlash, Wahhabis might have demolished the Prophet’s grave and incorporated it into the mosque. - A fatwa from Wahhabi scholars states that prayer in a mosque containing a grave is invalid, and graves must be exhumed and relocated. - The Qur'an shows that expressions of humility, like bowing or prostrating, are not inherently acts of worship. - ‘Ibādat (worship) is defined as humility expressed toward someone believed to be God, true or false. - Prostration (sajdah) was commanded by Allah to the angels for Prophet Ādam and done by Ya‘qūb and his sons for Prophet Yūsuf, proving it’s not always worship. - Building shrines or visiting graves of righteous figures is not worship but an expression of respect and love. - No Muslim visits the graves of the Prophet or Imams with the intention of worshipping them—rather, it is a spiritual connection. - Despite the light and glory of shrines in Najaf, Karbala, Kazimayn, Samarrah, and Mashhad, Baqi remains desolate—yet the love for the Ahlul Bayt continues through remembrance and grief, especially for Sayyida Fatima. Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

1st Shawwal 1446 AHMarch 31st 2025• Thank Allāh for guiding us to Islam and granting us the opportunity to complete Ramadhān. Gratitude is key to spiritual growth. • The Qur’ān was revealed in this month, making it a time for deepening our connection with it beyond just recitation. • The Qur’ān provides guidance at different levels, from general guidance for all to specific guidance for believers, the righteous, and the good-doers. • Strive to elevate your faith, moving from being a Muslim to a mu’min, then to a muttaqi, and finally a muḥsin. • Follow the Ahlul Bayt as role models in both faith and action, as they exemplify the Qur’ān in their lives. • Iḥsān (excellence in faith) is described in Qur’ān 3:133-134 and includes charity, patience, and forgiveness. • Be charitable in all situations—give from whatever you have and support those suffering, including in Gaza and Lebanon. • Control your anger, especially when you have the power to retaliate; true strength lies in restraint and patience. • Forgive others so that Allāh may forgive you—learn from Imām Zaynul ‘Ābidin, who freed his maid when reminded of Qur’ānic teachings on kindness. • Move from simply reading the Qur’ān to truly living by its teachings in your daily life.Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

1st Shawwal 1446 AHMarch 31st 2025Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Friday Juma KhutbaMarch 28th, 2025- Ramadhān is ending soon, bringing blessings, mercy, and forgiveness. May Allāh accept our deeds and help us maintain His consciousness. - Daily du‘ās of the Prophet and Imams guide us to help those in need. - Community efforts focus on poverty relief locally and overseas. - Must assist those in distress, displaced, or imprisoned unjustly. - Political engagement is crucial to uphold justice and international laws. - Federal election in April—Muslims must vote to make their voices heard. - "The Canadian-Muslim Vote" helps educate voters on candidates and issues. - NCCM has actively worked on key issues affecting Muslims. - Helped halt Canadian arms sales to Israel. - Warns that some politicians may try to reverse this ban. - Secured government recognition of Anti-Palestinian Racism (APR). - CJPME provides insight into candidates' stances on Palestine. - US trade wars divert attention from Israeli actions in Gaza. - Over 50,000 killed, many women and children. - Israel weaponizing food and medical aid. - Muslim vigilance is necessary to prevent future injustices. - Imām ‘Ali (a) warns against abandoning the duty of enjoining good and forbidding evil. - Islamophobia in Canada: - 2021 London, Ontario attack killed four members of the Afzaal family—ruled as terrorism in 2024. - Recent attack on a hijabi woman in Ajax—attempted arson. - Prime Minister condemned the attack and acknowledged Islamophobia as a real and dangerous issue. - Political awareness and activism are essential for the Muslim community. Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

28th Ramadan 1446 AHMarch 28th 2025Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

March 25, 202525th Ramadan, 1446 AHDonate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

March 24, 202524th Ramadan, 1446 AHDonate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

24th Ramadan 1446 AHMarch 23rd 2025- Dr. Keith Moore, a Canadian embryologist, analyzed Quranic verses and concluded that their scientific accuracy suggests divine origin. - Dr. Persaud, another Canadian professor, supported Moore’s findings and stated that the Quran's descriptions of science are too precise to be coincidental. - The lecture highlights that non-Muslim scientists have recognized the Quran’s truth, while many Muslims have not deeply studied it. - Imam Ali’s will advises Muslims to prioritize the Quran and warns against letting others understand it before them. - Social media narratives falsely claim that the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) secretly learned scientific knowledge from others. - The Quraysh initially called the Prophet a poet, then a sorcerer, and finally insane, but never accused him of learning from scholars. - Historical evidence does not support claims that the Prophet acquired knowledge from experts in medicine or astronomy. - Opponents of Islam feared the Quran’s impact and warned people to avoid hearing its verses. - The Prophet’s teachings continued to spread despite opposition, showing that accusations against him were baseless. - The Quran remains a source of knowledge and guidance, and its connection to scientific facts strengthens its credibility.Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

23rd Ramadan 1446 AH March 22nd 2025 - The last ten nights of Ramadan, particularly the 19th, 21st, and 23rd, are significant because Laylatul Qadr occurs during this time, a night worth more than a thousand months.- Laylatul Qadr is linked to the Quran's revelation, marking a personal honor for the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and an important annual event.- The Quran was revealed gradually over 22 years, with its complete revelation (Inzaal) on Laylatul Qadr.- The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was unschooled (ummi), which challenges the notion that he learned the Quran from other sources.- Despite living in a region with limited interaction with Jews or Christians, no one accused the Prophet of learning the Quran from outside influences.- A brief encounter between the Prophet and a Christian monk during his childhood in Damascus is sometimes misused to claim the Prophet learned from him, but it is not a strong basis for this theory.- While the Quran shares some stories with the Bible, such as those of past Prophets, the Quran’s unique details distinguish its accounts from those in other scriptures.- The Quran recognizes the Torah and the Gospel as previous revelations but also acknowledges that these scriptures were altered over time.- For example, the story of Pharaoh’s drowning in the Red Sea is expanded in the Quran with the unique detail of Pharaoh's body being preserved, which isn't mentioned in the Bible.- The authenticity of the Quran is proven through its divine origin and preservation, refuting claims that the Prophet plagiarized from other sources. Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

21st Ramadan 1446 AH March 21th 2025 Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Friday Juma KhutbaMarch 21st, 2025- The last 10 days of Ramadhān are a time for seeking Allāh’s forgiveness and improving character. - Charity is a key aspect of Ramadhān, including fidya, kaffārah, fiṭra, and giving ifṭār, all considered virtuous acts. - Fasting helps create empathy by making the rich experience hunger so they develop compassion for the poor. - The Prophet (s) stated that giving ifṭār to a fasting believer leads to Allah’s forgiveness and freedom from Hellfire. - Even small contributions, like a date or a drink of water, count as acts of charity. - Everyone can participate in charity, even the poor, by passing zakāt al-fiṭrah among family members before giving it to a needy stranger. - The suffering of poor children in Gaza and Lebanon is highlighted as a reminder of global injustices. - A prayer is made for the oppressed and against those who exploit suffering for personal gain. - Today marks the anniversary of Imam Ali’s (a) martyrdom, known for his deep concern for the poor. - His generosity and righteousness are immortalized in the Qur’ān (5:55). - The Prophet (s) predicted Imam Ali’s martyrdom, describing his assassination while praying. - He reassured Ali (a) that his faith would remain intact. - The Prophet equated love and hate for Ali (a) with love and hate for himself. - The first majlis on Imam Ali’s martyrdom was recited by the Prophet before the event took place. Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Eve of 21st Ramadan 1446 AHMarch 20th 2025- Imām ‘Ali’s silence during the 25 years of the khulafā’ was intentional; he did not accept their legitimacy but refrained from armed conflict for the greater good of Islam while offering guidance in Qur’ānic and judicial matters. - He described his exclusion from the caliphate as unjust, yet he chose patience over conflict, despite feeling deep pain and witnessing the plundering of his rights. - Imām ‘Ali invested in reviving barren lands, digging wells, and planting palm trees, dedicating much of his wealth as endowments (waqf) to support his family and the needy. - His charity extended beyond land development; he also focused on the emancipation of slaves, personally freeing a thousand with earnings from his own labor. - His personal lifestyle was one of extreme simplicity, despite his wealth; he ensured that leaders lived modestly so that the poor would not feel deprived and the wealthy would remain humble. - Despite being a ruler, he sealed his simple food to prevent any addition of luxury, emphasizing that a just leader should live like the weakest member of his community. - His killer, Ibn Muljim, was described as "the most wretched of people," yet Imām ‘Ali instructed his family to treat him kindly, even sharing his own food with him. - During his final moments, the doctor confirmed that his fatal wound was beyond healing, advising only milk as sustenance, which Imām ‘Ali shared with his assassin. - His funeral was conducted in secrecy, attended only by family and loyal companions due to fears that enemies would desecrate his grave. - His daughter Zaynab witnessed not only his secret burial but also the tragedies of Karbala, where the body of Ḥusayn was left unburied in the open plains. Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Eve of 20th Ramadan 1446 AHMarch 19th 2025- Imam Ali divided his life into four phases, with a focus on his 25 years of silence, during which he worked the land to support his family and engaged in charitable acts. - He established numerous endowments (waqf) by cultivating land, planting palm trees, and digging wells to make barren lands arable. - His endowment deed was made purely for seeking Allah’s pleasure, ensuring benefits for the poor, his family, and the broader society. - His properties in Yanbu, Wadi al-Qura, Daymah, Udhaynah, and Faqirayn were designated as waqf, with their revenues used for charity and supporting Banu Hashim and Banu Muttalib. - Imam Ali appointed Imam Hasan as the custodian of the waqf, granting him full authority to manage and distribute its resources as needed, including settling debts if necessary. - If Imam Hasan passed away, the custodianship would transfer to Imam Husayn, with the same responsibilities and authority. - If both Hasan and Husayn were no longer alive, the next custodian would be chosen from Imam Ali’s sons or, if necessary, from the descendants of Abu Talib or Banu Hashim. - The waqf properties could not be sold, gifted, or inherited, and only their revenues were to be used for designated charitable and familial purposes. - Imam Ali also freed several of his slaves, ensuring their welfare and sustenance for a transition period, and set clear conditions for their continued service. - He personally wrote and signed this endowment deed in 37 AH, ensuring witnesses were present to validate its legitimacy. Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

Eve of 19th Ramadan 1446 AH March 18th 2025 "By the Lord of the Ka‘bah, I am successful." Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/ Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

17th Ramadan 1446 AHMarch 17th 2025Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

17th Ramadan 1446 AHMarch 17th 2025Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

14th Ramadan 1446 AHMarch 14th 2025Donate towards our programs today: https://jaffari.org/donate/Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)