Friday Sermon: The 1447AH/2026 Eid Al-Adha khutbah, By Murtadha Gusau

The Friday sermon for 1447 AH / 2026 Eid Al-Adha, delivered by Murtadha Gusau, emphasized the profound significance of the Day of Sacrifice as the greatest day in the sight of Allah.

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The greatest day in the sight of Allah, Blessed and Exalted, is the Day of Sacrifice, followed by the Day of Rest.

Drawing from the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (Peace be upon him), the sermon stated that the Day of Sacrifice is followed by the Day of Rest. Muslims worldwide observe this day by performing the Eid prayer and offering sacrifices to Allah, viewing these acts as the most exalted means of drawing near to the divine.

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Thus, pray to your Lord and sacrifice [to Him alone].

The sermon referenced Surah Al-Kawthar, quoting Allah's command: "Thus, pray to your Lord and sacrifice [to Him alone]." It described prayer as the noblest of physical acts of worship and sacrifice as the noblest of financial acts of worship. The sermon noted that worshippers express their devotion with the phrase, "O Allah, from You and to You," a sentiment echoed by Prophet Muhammad when making his own offering.

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I have turned my face to Him who created the heavens and the earth, inclining toward truth, and I am not of those who associate others with Allah. Indeed, my prayer, my rites of sacrifice, my living and my dying are for Allah, Lord of the worlds. He has no partner, and of this I have been commanded, and I am the first of the Muslims. O Allah, this is from You and for You. In the name of Allah, and Allah is the Greatest.

Recounting the story of Prophet Ibrahim and his son Prophet Ismail, the sermon highlighted their submission to Allah's command. Prophet Ibrahim's dream of sacrificing his son and his son Ismail's courageous acceptance of the divine will were presented as a paramount example of obedience and steadfastness. "O my father, do as you are commanded. You will find me, if Allah wills, of the steadfast," Ismail replied, illustrating the depth of their faith.

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O my son, indeed I have seen in a dream that I must sacrifice you, so see what you think.