Imam Training and Development in Ecuador

"The speaker must remember that standing at the Friday sermon pulpit is standing at the pulpit of Muhammad (saw). Therefore, he should prepare for it with the appropriate reverence and dignity, embodying the role of the Messenger in his community."

Dr. Abdul Wahhab Al-Tariri concluded his insightful course, 'The Craft of Public Speaking and Presentation', with the words, "The speaker must remember that standing at the Friday sermon pulpit is standing at the pulpit of Muhammad (saw). Therefore, he should prepare for it with the appropriate reverence and dignity, embodying the role of the Messenger in his community."

These words marked the end of a training course organised by the Imam Foundation for imams and preachers in Ecuador. The course took place on December 22-23, 2023. Dr. Al-Tariri addressed various points, including the importance and impact of sermons on people and society. He discussed successful preacher's foundations, such as cognitive skills, word construction, and rhetorical performance, elaborating on each.

The Shaykh also covered optimal preparation for Friday sermons, highlighting elements imams should consider during preparation. He touched on precautions when selecting topics and delivering the sermon.

Furthermore, the Shaykh detailed the elements composing a sermon, mentioning fundamental components, supporting evidence, and examples. He also discussed situations where the imam can improvise during the sermon.