Tamim Iqbal:
The spirit of reverence and reflection filled the Elhaam Academy Auditorium on a Friday as students gathered for a Jummah Special khutbah titled “Everyday is Mother’s Day.” Delivered by Dr. Hassan Abdul Akbar, President of Nafsin Wahida, the khutbah left a lasting impact on the young audience, urging them to think deeply about the role of mothers in their lives.
Held at 1:00 PM at the school’s campus in Jamaica, NY, the event brought Elhaam’s student body together for a message that was both spiritually uplifting and practically relevant. With Mother’s Day approaching on the calendar, the khutbah offered more than seasonal relevance—it gave students a timeless reminder grounded in Islamic teachings about the everyday importance of honoring, appreciating, and caring for one’s mother.
Dr. Abdul Akbar spoke with clarity and compassion, highlighting how the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) elevate the status of mothers within the family and community. Students listened attentively as he described how Islam encourages believers to treat their mothers with kindness, patience, and constant gratitude—not only during special occasions, but as part of their daily character and conduct.
The khutbah focused on action as much as reflection. Students were encouraged to apply the values discussed by making small but meaningful efforts in their own homes—speaking gently, helping out without being asked, showing appreciation through words and behavior. These, Dr. Akbar explained, are not just good manners, but acts of worship in themselves.
What made the event particularly powerful was its setting: a school auditorium filled with students at formative stages of their lives, hearing a message that bridges spiritual wisdom with real-life responsibility. Faculty members present during the khutbah noted how engaged the students were throughout, with many later sharing reflections on what the message meant to them personally.
For Elhaam Academy, hosting such events is part of its ongoing commitment to developing students who are not only academically capable, but spiritually grounded and morally aware. Events like this Jummah Special are designed to help students see how their faith applies beyond the classroom—at home, with family, and in their daily decisions.
The khutbah concluded on a note of quiet contemplation, reminding the students that while a single day may be dedicated to celebrating mothers, the Islamic tradition teaches that every day is an opportunity to show love and respect to them. As the students filed out of the auditorium, many carried with them not just a memory of a school event, but a renewed sense of duty and gratitude.
By placing students at the heart of this meaningful message, Elhaam Academy ensured that the next generation is reminded early on that the love and sacrifice of a mother is not something to be taken for granted, but honored—every day.
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