Aboo 'Abdil-Fattaah Salaah Brooks offers this important reminder about how Allaah raises some people because of their connection to the Quran and lowers others because of their ignorance and/or negligence of it. Very important issues of racism and nationalism are raised.

Recorded at al-Masjid al-Awwal in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (USA) on 1437.03.28. Reviewed and approved by Moosaa Richardson.

Moosaa Richardson delivers this important reminder about how remaining aware of the Hereafter keeps one's worldly and religious affairs in order. Fearing the Day of Judgment leads a person to take good companions and shun people who enjoy quarreling.

Recorded at al-Masjid al-Awwal in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (USA) on 1437.03.20.

Moosaa Richardson delivers this Friday sermon reminding us that it is not sufficient to simply say we are Muslims without living up to all that our statement of faith, Laa-ilaaha-ill-Allaah, requires of us. Seven essential requirements are explained, without which our testimony will not be accepted by Allaah, based on clear passages from the Book and the Sunnah.

Recorded at al-Masjid al-Awwal in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (USA) on 1437.03.13.

Aboo 'Abdil-Fattaah Salaah Brooks delivers this important reminder about qualifying our claim to love Allaah with real tangible proof. Amazing connections are explained between following the Prophet (may Allaah raise his rank and grant him peace) and receiving the love and forgiveness of Allaah Almighty.

Recorded at al-Masjid al-Awwal in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (USA) on 1437.03.06. Reviewed & approved by Moosaa Richardson.

Moosaa Richardson offers this timely reminder about sticking to the Religion in times of difficulty and not compromising our practice of the Religion. The people of the past faced unthinkable persecution, compared to our minor difficulties that stem from Islam having a bad image at times. With these minor trials, we find many Muslims stumbling and giving up aspects of their religion. May Allaah aid us and keep us firm.

Recorded at al-Masjid al-Awwal in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (USA) on 1437.02.29.

Moosaa Richardson delivers this important khutbah in wake of the San Bernardino killings. Seven important steps to embodying faith in such times are offered. Recorded at al-Masjid al-Awwal in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (USA) on 1437.02.22.

1MM (the First Muslim Mosque) unwaveringly denounces the killings in San Bernardino and all those behind them. We actively warn against ISIS, Al-Qaeda, Boko Haram, Shabab, and the Muslim Brotherhood, as well as the ideologies behind such groups, such as those found in the writings of Hassan al-Banna, Sayid Qutb, Mawdudi, and others.

Moosaa Richardson reminds us of our duties as it relates to our wealth. Delivered at al-Masjid al-Awwal (1MM), the First Muslim Mosque of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (USA), on 1437.02.15.

Aboo 'Abdil-Fattaah Salaah Brooks delivers this Friday khutbah. Ghuluw (extremism) in both of its manifestations, neglect and excessiveness, is identified and warned against. The most obvious manifestation of extremism amid current events, the so-called "Islamic State" (ISIS, ISIL) is mentioned by name and warned against.

Recorded at al-Masjid al-Awwal in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (USA) on 1437.02.08.

The Friday khutbah of our respected elder, Abu Hakeem Bilal Davis, delivered on the same day, was used as an important resource in preparing this khutbah. Listen to Abu Hakeem's khutbah here: http://www.salafisounds.com/allaah-warns-against-extremism-and-negligence-by-abu-hakeem/

Moosaa Richardson warns against believing in omens (like Friday the 13th and Safar) and superstitions and explains how they are to be shunned in light of the Quran and Sunnah. Practical steps for recovery from being affected are offered.

The second khutbah includes a stern warning against upcoming Sufi events in the Pittsburgh area.

This recording also includes the prayer, as well as an important reminder from the imaam of the masjid, Aboo 'Abdil-Fattaah Salaah Brooks. A rare look at the complete Jumu'ah experience at the First Muslim Mosque.

Recorded at al-Masjid al-Awwal in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (USA) on 1437.02.01.

Salaah Brooks delivers this Friday khutbah on the eve of Halloween (2015). The ruling on taking part in Halloween related festivities is made clear, despite some misguided efforts to modify it into "Halaloween" [?!].

The second part contrasts the laxness of some people with the steps a real Muslim should be taking to protect himself and his family from demons on a daily basis.

Recorded at al-Masjid al-Awwal in Pittsburgh on 1437.01.16. Reviewed and approved by Moosaa Richardson.