Understanding The Prophet's Life
From Issue: 838 [Read full issue]
Azan
If you hear the azan, stop talking, listen to it and respond to the call of Allah. Many people, even those with Islamic knowledge, continue talking while the azan is being called. This is rude, as those hearing the azan should listen to it and stop speaking, studying and even reciting the Quran. Thoughtfully they should repeat the words of the azan and reflect on the meaning of this heavenly call.
The azan nourishes the Muslim soul with faith and nearness to Allah, so do not forego your share of it and teach this to your children and friends. Abu Said al-Khudri narrated that the Prophet (peace be upon him) said: "If you hear the azan, repeat what the muazzin is saying." [Bukhari] In another hadith reported by Jabir, the Prophet said: "He deserves my help on the Day of Judgment who says when hearing the azan: 'O Allah, the Lord of this perfect call and imminent prayer, please award Muhammad the help, virtues, and the desired status you promised him.'" [Bukhari]
Compiled From:
"Islamic Manners"- Abdul Fattah Abu Ghudda, pp. 51, 52