The Bayan Library

Learn to write, research &
verify a khutbah

Free, practical guides for imams, MSA students, and aspiring speakers. The fundamentals of the khutbah, from your first Friday to your fiftieth, written carefully, with sources you can trust.

Writing

How to write a khutbah

A step-by-step structure, from the opening hamd to the closing dua, that keeps your message clear and your congregation with you.

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Research

How to research a khutbah

A methodology for choosing a theme, finding the right Quran verses and authentic hadith, and organizing your notes from reputable sources.

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Authenticity

How to verify a hadith

Why authenticity matters, what sahih, hasan, and da'if mean, the major collections, and practical tools for checking before you cite.

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Topic Library

45 khutbah topic ideas

A library of topics grouped by theme (Iman, character, family, community, and the seasons), each with a one-line angle to get you started.

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Now on iOS

Give your khutbah a life past Friday.

Publish your khutbah on Bayan and it becomes a clean summary with action items and verified Quran & hadith citations, so your jama'ah can revisit the reminder long after they leave the masjid.

Build a khutbah outline → See how the app works
Download on theApp Store Coming soonon Android