162. Reply of Azan (Azan Dua)
Narrated by 'Umar ibn al-Khattab (RA), he said, The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: When the muazzin says "Allahu Akbar Allahu Akbar", Then if any of you say “Allahu Akbar Allahu Akbar; When the muazzin says "Ashhadu an laa ilaaha illallah", If he says "Ashhadu an laa ilaaha illallah"; When Muazzin says “Ashhadu Anna Muhammadar Rasoolullah, If he says "Ashhadu Anna Muhammadar Rasoolullah"; When the muazzin says "Haiya alas salah", If he says "Laa hawla wala quwwata illa billah"; When the muazzin says "Haiya alal falah", If he says "Laa hawla wala quwwata illa billah"; When the muazzin says "Allahu Akbar Allahu Akbar", If he says "Allahu Akbar Allahu Akbar", Then when the muazzin says "Laa ilaaha illallah", If he says "Laa ilaaha illallah" If he says these things from the heart, then he will go to Paradise.
Benefits of Azan Dua
When we softly reply to adhan with the right words from our heart, it brings calmness to our soul and reminds us of Allah’s constant mercy.
- Reply to adhan fills the heart with peace and reminds us to turn towards Allah.
- Responding to the adhan with azan dua protects us from Shaytan’s whispers.
- Saying the reply to azan earns forgiveness as mentioned in authentic Hadith.
- It brings blessings into our homes and lives by honoring the call to prayer.
- Replying to adhan strengthens the bond between the servant and Allah.
- It is a way to openly show love for the Prophet ﷺ, who taught us how to reply.
- Regularly replying to azan increases focus and khushu (humility) during salah.