What Is the Adhan? Adhan (also spelled Azan ) is the Islamic call to prayer that announces the time for one of the five daily prayers in Islam. It is recited aloud to inform Muslims that it is time to pray. The Adhan is not just a reminder. It is: A declaration of faith A call to worship A symbol of Islamic identity A spiritual invitation What Does Adhan Mean? The word "Adhan" ( أذان ) means: Announcement or proclamation . It publicly proclaims: The greatness of Allah The testimony of faith The invitation to prayer The invitation to success Adhan Time: When Is the Adhan Called? Adhan time refers to the specific times when each of the five daily prayers begins. There are five daily Adhan times : Prayer Time Fajr Before sunrise Dhuhr After midday Asr Late afternoon Maghrib Just after sunset