The Azan (also spelled Adhan) is the Islamic call to prayer, which is recited by the muezzin from the mosque to announce the time for the Muslims to perform their prayers. It consists of several phrases, including the following dua (supplication):
"Allahu Akbar" (Allah is the Greatest) - This phrase is repeated four times at the beginning of the Azan.
"Ashhadu an la ilaha illallah" (I bear witness that there is no god but Allah) - This phrase is recited twice in the Azan.
"Ashhadu anna Muhammadan rasulullah" (I bear witness that Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah) - This phrase is also recited twice.
"Hayya 'ala-salah" (Come to prayer) - This phrase is recited twice.
"Hayya 'ala-l-falah" (Come to success) - This phrase is recited twice.
"Allahu Akbar" (Allah is the Greatest) - This phrase is repeated twice.
"La ilaha illallah" (There is no god but Allah) - This phrase is recited once at the end of the Azan.
These phrases are recited melodiously in Arabic and serve as a reminder to the Muslim community to come together for prayer. The Azan is an important part of the Islamic tradition and can be heard from mosques around the world.
After the Adhan (call to prayer), it is recommended to recite the following dua (supplication):
"Allahumma rabba hadhihi-d-da'wati-t-tammati, was-salati-l-qa'imati, ati Muhammadan al-wasilata wal-fadilata, wab'athhu maqaman mahmuda-nilladhi wa'adtahu. Warzuqna shafa'atahu yawma-l-qiyamati. Innaka la tukhliful mi'ad."
Translation: "O Allah, Lord of this perfect call and established prayer, grant Muhammad the intercession and favor, and raise him to the praised station that You have promised. And grant us his intercession on the Day of Resurrection. Indeed, You do not fail in Your promise."
Reciting this dua after the Adhan is a way to seek the blessings of Allah, ask for the intercession of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), and express gratitude for the opportunity to perform prayer. It is not obligatory but is considered a virtuous practice.
Reciting the dua after the Adhan (call to prayer) holds several benefits for Muslims. Some of these benefits include:
1. Seeking Allah's blessings: By reciting the dua, Muslims seek the blessings of Allah and ask for His mercy and guidance in their lives.
2. Seeking the intercession of Prophet Muhammad: Muslims believe in the intercession of Prophet Muhammad on the Day of Resurrection. Reciting the dua after the Adhan is a way to seek his intercession and ask for his supplication on their behalf.
3. Expressing gratitude: The dua expresses gratitude to Allah for the opportunity to perform the prayer and fulfill one's religious obligations.
4. Remembrance of the promised station: The dua acknowledges and affirms the promised station of the Prophet Muhammad, which is a position of honor and praise granted to him by Allah.
5. Hope for the Day of Resurrection: Muslims recite the dua with the hope that they will be granted the intercession of the Prophet Muhammad on the Day of Resurrection, which can lead to forgiveness and salvation.
It's important to note that while reciting the dua after the Adhan holds spiritual significance and is encouraged, it is not an obligatory practice. Muslims may choose to recite it to enhance their connection with Allah and seek His blessings.
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