Explanation

• Shahadah is the Islamic declaration of faith.
• It affirms belief in the oneness of Allah and Muhammad ﷺ as His Messenger.
• It is the first pillar of Islam.

Explanation

• Takbeer-e-Tahreema is the declaration “Allahu Akbar” made at the beginning of Salah.
• It is said while raising the hands up to the ears and then bringing them down.
• After Takbeer-e-Tahreema, a person formally enters the state of Salah, and actions that invalidate prayer are avoided.
• The term Tahreem refers to making certain otherwise permissible actions prohibited during Salah.

Last verified on 08-10-2026

Explanation

Explanation

• Host: Hazrat Abu Ayyub al-Ansari (RA)
• Duration: Approximately 7 months (about 210 days)
• After: Hijrah to Madinah
• Until: Completion of Masjid an-Nabawi ﷺ and adjoining rooms

Additional information:

• Abu Ayyub al-Ansari (RA)
• Real Name: Khalid bin Zayd (RA)
• Tribe: Banu Khazraj, Banu Najjar

Explanation

• First Azan: 1 A.H., after the migration to Madinah.
• First Muezzin: Bilal ibn Rabah (RA).
• Chosen by: Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) 
• Title: Sayyid al-Mu’azzinin (Leader of Muezzins).

Last updated by NA ON 16-09-2026