Khutba Sania Juma |verified| Jun 2026
Understanding the Significance, Structure, and Essence of Khutba Sania (The Second Friday Sermon)
We bear witness that there is no deity worthy of worship except Allah alone, without any partner. And we bear witness that our master and leader, Muhammad, is His servant and Messenger.
The Khutba Sania highlights the importance of making Dua for the entire Ummah . It transforms the sermon from merely a lecture into an act of worship ('Ibadah). Notice that the second sermon contains no new commands or prohibitions—it is pure praise, Salawat (blessings on the Prophet), and Istighfar (seeking forgiveness). khutba sania juma
(Then the Imam sits down briefly for the prayer to begin)
To understand the Khutba Sania , one must visualize the Friday prayer ritual: It transforms the sermon from merely a lecture
The rulings regarding the Khutba Sania are derived from the Sunnah of the Prophet (PBUH), who consistently delivered two sermons.
Then, after praising Allah and sending blessings, the khatib continues with supplication in Arabic, praying for the forgiveness, guidance, and protection of all Muslims. It is common to include supplications for the rulers, the armed forces, and for the general safety and prosperity of the community. Many scholars recommend that the supplication be offered in Arabic, as it is the language of the khutba . The khatib may conclude with a final supplication for the entire Muslim Ummah . Then, after praising Allah and sending blessings, the
What is the second sermon? Why is it delivered? And what is its significance?
O servants of Allah! May Allah have mercy on you. Verily, Allah commands justice, good conduct, and giving to relatives, and He forbids immorality, bad conduct, and oppression. He admonishes you that perhaps you will be reminded. Remember Allah, and He will remember you. Call upon Him, and He will answer you. And the remembrance of Allah the Almighty is the highest, most ultimate, most honored, most magnificent, and greatest." Spiritual Wisdom Behind the Split Sermons
The congregation should face the Imam, focus on the words, and absorb the reminders of piety and remembrance.
: Praying for the welfare of the Muslim community (Ummah), the leaders, and for peace and guidance.