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Eid Khutbah from the Jurgens Centre

By Essam Mahgoub

“We are both slaves and worshippers to Allah. We are slaves in the sense that all functions of our bodies that are not under the control of our Will, like our heartbeat, hormones and autonomous functions work under Allah’s direct control. Then we are also worshippers, in that we have the choice to follow or not to follow Allah’ls guidance…”

Virtues of the month of Rajab

By Essam Mahgoub

“This khutbah describes the many beautiful opportunities for personal spiritual progress that arise during the month of Rajab. One of the important things to remember is that our sins are magnified during the 4 forbidden months, just as our good deeds are multiplied in this time.”

Signs of the End Times

By Essam Mahgoub

Floods, fires, landslides, sinkholes and scorching heatwaves. The scientists warn us that Planet Earth is in a crisis. But this isn’t just about science. It’s also about warnings in the Holy Quran. Those who defy Allah’s warning invite Allah’s punishment. We must all seek forgiveness and work hard to relieve the suffering of the most vulnerable around us. 

Eidul Adha Khutbah 2021

By Sheikh Essam Mahgoub

This short khutbah describes 3 things that a person of taqwa (cautious awareness of Allah) will not do: (1) Do not plan a sinful action. (2) Do not repeat a sin, and (3) Do not boast about your sinful deeds.

Prophet Abraham a.s. and the Hajj

By Essam Mahgoub.

Prophet Abraham (Nabi Ibrahim alayhis-salaam) was one of the five Prophets who were most severely tested during their lifetime. We have much to learn from his challenges. In this informative talk, Br Essam Mahgoub explains how the fifth pillar of Islam, the Hajj, is intimately connected with his life and his timeless example.

Quran Reminders at Slough mosque

By Essam Mahgoub

Here is a playlist of the weekly Quran Reminders held at the Jamia Mosque and Islamic Centre, Stoke Poges Lane, Slough, Berkshire, UK. Please subscribe to this playlist so that you can receive regular updates by email.

Choose your friends and your life’s goals wisely…

By Essam Mahgoub

Allah allows every human being to make their choices in life. With every choice comes the consequences. Our Quran and our Prophetic Sunnah gives us the most comprehensive guidance. We can choose to live a full life that is pleasing to Allah, or we can go the other way. We should choose friends who are a good influence, and we should always pursue goals that will lead us to Allah’s Garden, Al Jannah Firdaws…

Lockdown: no more excuses for missing prayers!

By Essam Mahgoub
“One of the hidden blessings of Lockdown is that we must now take a long, hard look at ourselves. No more excuses! We have the golden opportunity to keep our 5 daily appointments with Allah. Our one-to-one consultations with our generous Life Giver cannot be, should not be neglected. Our self-isolation exposes our sincerity. Let’s no longer fool ourselves. Now is the time to take corrective action, to seek nearness to Allah….”