Oration and Vocational Practice by Ali Erdoğdu is a comprehensive guide to mastering the art of oratory and communication within religious services. This book delves into the essence of effective speech delivery and vocational responsibilities, equipping readers with essential skills for religious leadership and preaching.

The first chapter explores the essence of oratory (Khitabah) and the qualities of an exemplary speaker. It provides insights into crafting impactful speeches, grounded in the principles of the Quran and Sunnah.

Through examples and evaluations, readers learn to navigate challenges and enhance their oratorical skills. The book also addresses the significance of communication in religious services.

Erdoğdu emphasizes the roles of an Imam and Khatib, offering practical guidance on communication principles and techniques to convey messages effectively. Subsequent chapters cover the diverse forms of religious oratory, including sermons (Khutbah) and preaching (Wa'z).

Detailed guidance on topic selection, planning, and delivery, enriched with historical examples, empowers readers to engage audiences with compelling narratives and insightful teachings. Additionally, the book extends its discourse to funeral rites, detailing the rituals and invocations essential during bereavement.

Readers gain a deeper understanding of the sacred duties incumbent upon them during these moments. Enriched with scholarly wisdom and practical advice, Oration and Vocational Practice serves as an invaluable resource for religious leaders, speakers, and communicators seeking to refine their craft and fulfil their vocational duties with excellenceTable of Contents1: ORATORY (KHITABAH) and ORATOR (KHATIB)1.

1 A. Definition of Khitabah 1.

2 B. The Subject and Aim of Oratory1.

3 C. The Importance of Oratory1.

4 D. The Features That a Good Imam-Khatib Should Have1.

5 E. Important Points That a Khatib Should Pay Attention to While Communicating With the Congregation1.

6 F. Factors That Affect the Success of Imam and Khatib1.

7 G. Characteristics of a Good Speech1.

8 H. The Principles of Oratory in the Quran and SunnahII: COMMUNICATION IN RELIGIOUS SERVICES AND ITS IMPORTANCE2.

1 A. The Tasks of Being an Imam and Khatib in Religious Services2.

2 B. Knowing Oneself and the Audience in Religious Services2.

3 C. Communication in Religious ServicesIII: TYPES OF RELIGIOUS ORATORY AND KHUTBAH (SERMON)3.

1 A. Types of Oratory According to Their Subjects3.

2 B. Types of Oratory According to Their Forms3.

3 C. Religious Oratory and Its Types3.

4 D. The Materials for Religious Oratory and the Ways to Gather Them3.

5 E. The Task of Delivering a Sermon and the Sermon3.

6 F. Choosing the Topic of Khutbah3.

7 G. Planning the Khutbah3.

8 H. Getting the Khutbah Ready for the Presentation3.

9 Festival Prayer According to Maliki School of Law3. 10 Examples of KhutbahIV: WA'Z (PREACH) AND WAIZ (PREACHER)4.

1 A. Waz and Waiz4.

2 B. The Place of Wa'z and Irshad in Religion4.

3 C. Choosing the Topic of Wa'z4.

4 D. Planning of a Wa'z4.

5 E. Preparing the Wa'z4.

6 F. Invocations of Waz4.

7 G. An Example of WazV: FUNERAL5.

1 A. The Things That Need to Be Done at the Time of Death5.

2 B. Washing and Enshrouding the Dead.