05 April, 2025
Q
The adhan is known worldwide as the Islamic call to worship. It is a beautiful way of singing the praises of Allah and bringing Muslims to prayer. But what is the story behind it? How did the adhan become the call to prayer?
Answer
In the Name of Allah, Most Gracious, Most Merciful.
All praise and thanks are due to Allah, and peace and blessings be upon His Messenger.
In this fatwa:
The Adhan, the Islamic call to prayer, originated from a dream of one of the Prophet Muhammadโs (peace be upon him) companions. The dream, which outlined the words of the Adhan, was later confirmed by the Prophet and implemented as the official call to prayer. This beautiful practice continues in mosques worldwide, announcing the time for worship.
Sheikh Hasib Noor tells us the story of the adhan in this short video:
For extended guidance, review the fatwas below:
- Did Prophet Muhammad Ever Give the Adhan? Find Out
- What Is Proper Etiquette for the Adhan and Ending Fasting?
- Do I Have to Make Adhan When Praying Alone?
- Do You Have to Say Adhan when Praying Alone?
- Discover the Virtues of Adhan in Islam
- Should You Make Adhan and Iqamah If You Enter Mosque after Prayer Is Offered?
- Changes to the Adhan Because of Coronavirus, Is This Allowed?
- Two Adhans for Friday Prayer: Why?
- Saying a Certian Dhikr During the Adhan: Permissible?
- Is Sending Blessings Upon the Prophet after Adhan Recommended?
Almighty Allah knows best.
Source: FaithIQ