Adhan in Arabic and Adhan Meaning

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Adhan in Arabic and Adhan Meaning It’s the first thing recited in the ears of a newborn babe; it’s often the first thing recited in a new home. And it rings out in mosques, Islamic schools, homes, and on the street in Muslim communities five times a day. The adhan, or Islamic call to prayer, is an integral part of the Muslim faith. The adhan is one of the most lyrical, inspiring prayers for Muslims. A prophetic tradition recounts that the Muhammad’s companions one day were discussing how to gather everyone for prayer. Some suggested using a bell as Christians do, and others advised using a ram’s horn, following an ancient Jewish practice. Meanwhile, two of the companions had dreams in which they were taught the adhan. Hence, it was decided that one person will call others to prayer. The Prophet (PB.UH), asked his ex-slave, Bilal, to recite the adhan. Adhan meaning describe below:

The Meaning of Adhan and the Role of Muezzin: The Arabic word adhan means "to listen." The ritual serves as a general statement of shared belief and faith for Muslims, as well as an alert that


prayers are about to begin inside the mosque. A second call, known as iqama, then summons Muslims to line up for the beginning of the prayers. The muezzin is a position of honor within the mosque. He is considered a servant of the mosque, selected for his good character and clear, loud voice. As he recites the adhan, the muezzin usually faces the Kaaba in Mecca. Muezzins with exceptionally beautiful voices sometimes achieve minor celebrity status, with worshipers traveling great distances to their mosques in order to hear their renditions of the adhan. Adhan in Arabic or Arabic meaning of Adhan is as follows: Allahu Akbar! Allahu Akbar! Allahu Akbar! Allahu Akbar! Ashhadu An La ilaha illa Allah. Ashhadu An la ilaha illa Allah. Ashadu Anna Muhammadan Rasool Allah. Ashadu Anna Muhammadan Rasool Allah. Hayya 'Ala-s-Salah. Hayya 'Ala-s-Salah. Hayya 'Ala-l-Falah. Hayya 'Ala-l-Falah. Allahu Akbar! Allahu Akbar! La ilaha illa Allah.


Adhan meaning in english translation is: God is Great! God is Great! God is Great! God is Great! I bear witness that there is no god except the One God. I bear witness that there is no god except the One God. I bear witness that Muhammad is the messenger of God. I bear witness that Muhammad is the messenger of God. Hurry to the prayer. Hurry to the prayer. Hurry to salvation. Hurry to salvation. God is Great! God is Great! There is no god except the One God. The Prophet of Allah has said, "I went to paradise and saw domes of pearl and its dirt is of musk." He said, "Oh Gabrial, who is this for?" He replied, "This if for your ummah's Muazzin (one who says the Azaan) and Imams."


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