Presidency of Religious Affairs announces Friday sermon theme

The Presidency of Religious Affairs (Diyanet) has released the Friday sermon (khutbah) for September 11, 2026, which focuses on the theme of ‘Education and Instruction.’

The sermon emphasizes that education is a vital factor in helping individuals establish positive relationships with their Creator, themselves, society, and the environment. It highlights the importance of seeking knowledge and obtaining correct information, citing religious principles to underscore the value of learning.

The text outlines that the goal of education should be to raise a generation that is grounded in faith, strengthened by science, and characterized by mercy. It further states that education should contribute to the nation's progress in fields such as science, technology, and art. Additionally, the sermon addresses parents and teachers, urging them to understand the changing needs and perceptions of youth in a rapidly evolving world and to protect them from harmful ideologies and addictions.