Lessons from Hijrah: Reliance, Sacrifice, and New Beginnings
Sheikh Bandar Baleelah
Masjid al-Haram, Makkah
September 06, 2025
Masjid al-Haram, Makkah
September 06, 2025
This sermon reflects on the profound lessons derived from the Hijrah (migration) of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), marking the beginning of the Hijri year. It emphasizes the importance of reliance on Allah, sacrifice for His cause, and taking proactive steps towards spiritual and moral improvement in the new year.
About the Imam
Sheikh Bandar bin Abdul Aziz Baleelah is an Imam of Masjid al-Haram known for his distinguished recitation style. Born in Makkah, he memorized the Quran at a young age and holds a PhD in Islamic Studies from Umm Al-Qura University. He was appointed as an Imam in 2013 and serves as an assistant professor at the university.
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