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- Comparison between 1960s student protests and present-day protests:
- 1960s: Massive anti-war movement during Vietnam War.
- Present: Pro-Palestine protests across North American campuses despite arrests.

- Global spread of present student protests:
- Canadian universities: Protests from McGill to Vancouver against Gaza war.
- Worldwide protests: Netherlands, Belgium, Ireland, Switzerland, Spain.

- Impact of present student protests on politics:
1. Spanish minister praised student mobilization for critical thinking.
2. Trinity College, Dublin divested from Israeli firms post-protest.
3. Some Canadian universities agreed to divestment demands.
4. Protests led to cancellation of speeches at US universities.
5. Canada paused arms exports to Israel, influencing US decisions.

- References on the rewards for charity and maintaining family ties:
- Hadith from Prophet Muhammad on charity, helping relatives.
- Imam al-Bāqir's teachings on benefits of helping relatives.
- ‘Allāmah Tabātabā’i's response on blessings of serving others.

- Emphasis on family ties:
- ‘Ali's statement on the grave sin of severing family ties.

Friday Juma Khutba
May 10th, 2024

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Jaffari Community Centre (JCC Live)

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- Commemoration of the demise of Imam Ja‘far aṣ-Ṣādiq (a) this weekend.
- Reminder of important advice from the Imam regarding relationships within the community, emphasizing praise, purification, and assistance between members.
- Highlighting the contrast between Islamic values of sharing blessings with those less fortunate and the lack of compassion in capitalism.
- Reflection on Quranic verses emphasizing the importance of aiding the needy and practicing righteousness.
- Hadith stressing the importance of maintaining strong community ties, attending each other's funerals, and supporting the weak.
- Emphasis on seeking guidance from knowledgeable and trustworthy sources when discussing faith-related matters.
- Final hadith outlining seven rights incumbent upon Muslims toward each other, including liking for others what one likes for oneself, avoiding displeasure, and providing assistance in various forms.
- The fulfillment of these rights establishes a connection with Allah.

Friday Juma Khutba
May 3rd, 2024

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- The conflict in Gaza has been exposing America's hypocrisy on human rights through it's diplomatic juggling.
- Universities are have also become an arena of dissent regarding US foreign policies.
- Pro-Palestinian protests in universities have escalated to calls for divestment from companies supporting Israel's actions.
- High school protests against the war occurred, with warnings issued against students for participating
- Institutional crackdowns are taking place against these protests, citing anti-semitism as the need for suppressing their free speech
- Quoting Bernie Sanders and his speech which criticizes Netanyahu's claim and highlights the devastation in Gaza. He also made a clear statement that criticizing a government's actions is not the same as being anti-semitic.
- Discussing a narration from Imam Ja‘far aṣ-Ṣādiq (a) illustrating the theme of humility.
- Arrogance as a common problem in politics, business, society, and families.
- Discussing how group prayers promote humility by emphasizing equality before Allah.
- Explaining the symbolism behind turbah usage and a story of Iblis to emphasize humility's importance.

Friday Juma Khutba
April 26th, 2024

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- Eid holds immense significance as a day deemed worthy by Allah.
- Gratitude for global unity in Eid celebrations facilitated by technological advancements.
- Quranic verses highlight mastery over nature and its responsible exploitation.
- Communal observance of Ramadan emphasized, acknowledging the role of volunteers and technology.
- Theme of competing for virtues in the afterlife discussed, contrasting with worldly pursuits.
- Ultimate prize: God's forgiveness leading to Paradise.
- Prayer for hastening towards Allah among the foremost in goodness.
- Reminder to seek the hereafter while fulfilling worldly responsibilities.

Eid ul Fitr Khutba 1445

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- Recitation of the full version of Salaatul Ayat
- Explanation and history of the meaning behind this prayer during natural phenomenon
- Discussing the upcoming moonsighting of Shawwal 1445 / Eid ul Fitr
- Moonsighting tool for the North American community at https://al-m.ca/moonsighting

Solar Eclipse
April 8, 2024

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