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Speaking at the time of azaan

· 19 Shaʻban 1435 AH1 min readEnglish

Question

What are the general reprimands and warnings in the Ahaadith against general worldly chat whilst the Adhan is going on?

Answer

The Azaan is among the salient symbols of Islam. When Azaan holds holds such great importance in Deen, then we should show respect and appreciation to Allah Ta'ala by replying to the Azaan and not being engaged in any worldly talk at that time. The Fuqaha have written that it is makrooh to engage in worldly talk at the time of Azaan.

And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.

References (Arabic / Urdu sources)

وَمَن يُعَظِّمْ شَعَائِرَ اللَّـهِ فَإِنَّهَا مِن تَقْوَى الْقُلُوبِ ﴿الحج: ٣٢﴾

Answered by
Mufti Zakaria Makada
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Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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