The Compassion We've Forgotten

About this lecture

In this khutbah, the speaker explores the theme of prophetic compassion — the deep, patient concern for others that characterized the Prophet ﷺ and his companions. Drawing on the stories of Abu Quhafa, Umar ibn al-Khattab, Abu Mihjan al-Thaqafi, and others, the speaker challenges us to never write off any person, to fight the impulse to shame and blame, and to believe firmly that Allah can — and does — guide the most unlikely hearts. The lecture is a powerful reminder that helping someone out of a well is always better than cursing them for falling in.