The Athan Journal

What Breaks Wudu and How to Renew It?
Learn what breaks Wudu and how to renew it in Islam. Includes common actions that invalidate Wudu and step-by-step guide to perform ablution. Read more...
What is Qasr in Islam? When and How to Shorten Prayers While Traveling
Learn what Qasr prayer is, when it applies, and how to perform it while traveling. Includes conditions and step-by-step guide for shortening Salah. Read more...
What is the Dress Code for Prayer in Islam?
Learn the Islamic dress code for prayer: minimum requirements for men and women and the ideal clothing for Salah. Stay modest and pray correctly. Read more...
When Do You Have to Perform Ghusl and How to Perform It?
Learn when Ghusl is required in Islam and how to perform it step-by-step. Covers obligatory and recommended times for Ghusl with a simple guide. Read more...
How to Make Up Missed Salah (Qada Prayers)
How to Make Up Missed Salah (Qada Prayers)? How to Make Up Missed Salah (Qada Prayers)? If you miss a Salah, you should perform it as soon as possible in the same order and manner as the original prayer. There is no fixed penalty, but consistency in making them up is required. Here’s the proper way to make up missed prayers according to Islamic guidelines: Steps to Make Up Missed Salah Identify Which Prayer You Missed: Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib, or Isha. Form the Intention (Niyyah): Say in your heart:... Read more...
What is the Meaning and Purpose of Salah in Islam?
Discover the meaning and purpose of Salah in Islam. Learn why Muslims pray five times a day and how it strengthens faith, discipline, and connection to Allah. Read more...
What Are the Five Pillars of Islam?
What Are the Five Pillars of Islam? What Are the Five Pillars of Islam? The Five Pillars of Islam are the core practices that every Muslim follows: Shahada (faith), Salah (prayer), Zakat (charity), Sawm (fasting in Ramadan), and Hajj (pilgrimage to Makkah). These pillars define a Muslim's faith and daily life. They are called pillars because they form the foundation of Islam, supporting both faith and action. The Five Pillars Explained Shahada: Declaring belief in one God (Allah) and Muhammad ﷺ as His final Messenger. Salah: Performing five daily prayers... Read more...
What is Islam and What Do Muslims Believe?
Learn what Islam is and what Muslims believe. Discover the core beliefs, Five Pillars, and principles of Islam in a simple, clear guide. Read more...
Why the Athan Is Called Before Each Salah
Why the Athan Is Called Before Each Salah
Purpose of Athan in Islam Read more...
silhouette of a mosque at dawn
How Athan Calculation Methods Work – And How to Choose the Right One
Ever wondered why prayer times vary between apps or cities? This blog explains how Athan (Adhan) times are calculated, the science behind them, and the most widely used global methods... Read more...
The First 10 Days of Dhul Hijjah: The Most Sacred Days of the Year
The First 10 Days of Dhul Hijjah: The Most Sacred Days of the Year
What Should Muslims Do in the First 10 Days of Dhul Hijjah? What Should Muslims Do in the First 10 Days of Dhul Hijjah? The best actions during the first... Read more...
How to Wake Up for Fajr Consistently (Even If You’ve Tried Everything)
How to Wake Up for Fajr Consistently (Even If You’ve Tried Everything)
How Can I Wake Up for Fajr on Time Every Day? How Can I Wake Up for Fajr on Time Every Day? The best way to wake up for Fajr... Read more...