Some scholars define "sermons" as "structured words that contain advice and information." However, this definition is too general. The clearer definition is the definition given by Dr. Ahmad Al-Hufi, namely, ‘The branch of knowledge or art of speaking in front of many people with the aim of convincing and influencing them. ' Thus, the sermon must be delivered verbally in front of many people and must be convincing with strong and influential arguments to the listener, whether in the form of motivation or warning.

As for the Friday sermon, there are no specific definitions given by the scholars because the purpose is clear.

In the book Bada'iush Shana'i, on the presentation of the Friday sermon law, it is stated, "The sermon, in general, is a word that includes praise to Allah, salawat to the Messenger of Allah sallallaahu 'alaihi wa sallam, prayers for Muslims and lessons and warnings for they."

This explanation is a general explanation and not a precise definition and fulfills scientific definition requirements.

The almost fitting definition for "Friday sermons" is' words delivered to a number of people on an ongoing basis, in the form of Arabic advice, just before the Friday prayer after the time, accompanied by intentions and spoken aloud, done by standing up if they are able the purpose