Ramadan: Taking Advantage of the Month of the Qur’an

Описание: Friday Khutbah at the Cornerstone, Wokingham on February 20th, 2026.

Ramadan: Taking Advantage of the Month of the Qur’an

Synopsis
In this khutbah, Ahmed Baghdadi reflects on the arrival of Ramadan and emphasises how believers can truly benefit from this blessed month. He begins by praising Allah and highlighting the spiritual opportunity Allah grants by allowing us to reach Ramadan. The speaker reminds the congregation of the unique divine gifts of the month:

The chaining of devils, which makes worship easier.
The angels’ continuous supplications for those who fast.
Laylat al‑Qadr, a night better than a thousand months.
Allah’s freeing of people from the Hellfire.

A significant portion of the khutbah explains the Day of Judgment, especially the crossing of the Sirat (the bridge over Hell), emphasising how one’s good deeds become light that guides them across.
Turning to the theme of the Qur’an, Baghdadi stresses that Ramadan is inseparable from it, as the month in which it was revealed. He outlines practical ways to connect deeply with the Qur’an:

Attending Taraweeh to listen to its recitation.
Reading in Arabic or translation.
Reflecting on the themes of Surah Al‑Baqarah and Surah Aal‑Imran, especially lessons about belief, hypocrisy, obedience, and the stories of past nations.

He highlights how the early Muslims learned from past communities (especially Banu Isra’il) and resolved never to repeat their mistakes. The stories of battles, prophets, and Qur’anic moral lessons serve as reminders to align actions with faith.
Toward the end, the khutbah provides practical reminders for Ramadan:

Read or listen to Surah Al‑Kahf on Fridays.
Stand for Taraweeh, which counts as Qiyam al‑Layl.
Give Zakat al‑Fitr for oneself and everyone under one’s care.
Be generous with charity, especially toward suffering Muslims globally.
Make abundant du‘ā’, as every fasting person has a supplication accepted daily.

The khutbah concludes with heartfelt supplications for forgiveness, guidance, protection from Hellfire, and relief for Muslims worldwide.