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The virtues of Ramadan and guarding the tongue for spiritual purity.

Sheikh Usamah Abdul Aziz Al-Khayyat
Masjid al-Haram, Makkah
February 28, 2025
The sermon emphasizes Ramadan as a blessed month for spiritual growth, righteousness, and attaining Allah's pleasure. A key focus is on controlling the tongue, warning against slander, backbiting, and abusive language, as these undermine the fast's true spirit. The Imam quotes the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) highlighting fasting as a shield and encouraging a peaceful response to provocation. He stresses that true fasting encompasses abstaining from evil speech and actions, fostering brotherhood and purity. Guarding the tongue is presented as crucial for achieving Ramadan's full benefits and earning Allah's forgiveness.

About the Imam

Sheikh Usamah Abdul Aziz Al-Khayyat is a senior Imam of Masjid al-Haram. Born in Makkah, he memorized the Quran at a young age and obtained his higher education in Islamic Studies. He has been serving as an Imam since the 1990s and is known for his calm, measured recitation style and scholarly sermons.

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